What is OHIP billing code J871?

J871 is "Thyroid scintigraphy with I-123", an OHIP Nuclear Medicine - IN VIVO code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

How do I bill J871 to OHIP?

J871 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates J871 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

What codes are related to J871?

Codes related to J871 in the Schedule of Benefits include J818, J817, J870.

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J871

J871 – Thyroid scintigraphy with I-123

OHIP Nuclear Medicine - IN VIVO Code — NUCLEAR MEDICINE - IN VIVO · Schedule of Benefits

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Thyroid scintigraphy performed with Iodine-123 (I-123) is a diagnostic service. This service is comprised of two components: a technical fee (H Fee) payable to the facility, and a professional fee (P Fee) payable to the physician for interpretation. As per , the technical component of a diagnostic service with an 'H' fee is only eligible for payment when rendered in a hospital. This procedure is indicated for specific conditions such as hyperthyroidism, congenital hypothyroidism, and certain thyroid masses. For a full list of indications and limitations, see the commentary.

Referral requiredFrom: Physician, NursePractitioner, OralMaxillofacialSurgeon

General medical record requirements as per must be met, establishing medical necessity.

The medical record should document the indication for the scan, consistent with the payable conditions.

J818 J817 J870

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