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J849
J849 – Red cell survival with serial surface counts
OHIP Nuclear Medicine - IN VIVO Code — NUCLEAR MEDICINE - IN VIVO · Schedule of Benefits
Red cell survival with serial surface counts is an in-vivo nuclear medicine procedure within the Haematopoietic System category. It is designed to measure the lifespan of red blood cells in circulation and includes tracking them via serial surface counts. The Schedule of Benefits lists a technical component (H) fee of $148.25 and a professional component (P) fee of $27.10. The technical component covers the operational aspects of the test, while the professional component covers the physician's interpretation and report. See for rules on billing technical and professional components.
Referral requiredFrom: Physician, NursePractitioner, OralMaxillofacialSurgeon
In addition to standard medical record requirements as per , the physician claiming the technical component must maintain documentation describing the quality assurance monitoring process, in accordance with professional standards. See .
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