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J808
J808 – Myocardial perfusion scintigraphy - delayed
OHIP Nuclear Medicine - IN VIVO Code — NUCLEAR MEDICINE - IN VIVO · Schedule of Benefits
Represents the delayed phase of a myocardial perfusion scintigraphy study. This diagnostic procedure involves nuclear imaging of the heart muscle to assess blood flow after a period of rest or delay, typically following an initial stress test (J807). It is used to evaluate cardiac health, particularly in patients with known or suspected coronary artery disease. This service is comprised of a professional component ('P' fee) for interpretation and a technical component ('H' fee) for the scan itself, which are billed separately.
Referral requiredFrom: Physician, NursePractitioner, OralMaxillofacialSurgeon
For the technical component, the physician must maintain documentation that describes the process by which the physician monitors quality assurance in accordance with professional standards.
All insured services must be documented in appropriate records establishing that an insured service was provided, the service claimed is the service that was rendered, and the service was medically necessary.
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