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J836
J836 – Static renal scintigraphy
OHIP Nuclear Medicine - IN VIVO Code — NUCLEAR MEDICINE - IN VIVO · Schedule of Benefits
Static renal scintigraphy is a diagnostic nuclear medicine procedure. The service is comprised of two distinct, separately billable components as per :
1. Professional Component ('P' Fee): This covers the physician's work in interpreting the scan and providing a report. It is claimed using the fee code with a 'C' suffix (e.g., J836C).
2. Technical Component ('H' Fee): This covers the cost of the facility, equipment, supplies, and technical personnel for performing the scan. It is claimed using the fee code with a 'B' suffix (e.g., J836B).
Specific payment rules and restrictions apply to each component.
Referral requiredFrom: Physician, OralMaxillofacialSurgeon
For the Technical Component: The physician submitting a claim must have the necessary training and experience, and maintain documentation describing the quality assurance process. The physician is responsible for all elements of the technical component including data acquisition, reporting, and record keeping.
For the Professional Component: A report with findings and opinion must be included in the patient's medical record.
This service is listed with a technical component ('H' fee) and a professional component ('P' fee). Per , the technical component is claimed with suffix B and the professional component with suffix C.
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