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L065
L065 – Glucose, quantitative, other than reagent strip
OHIP Dermatology Code · Schedule of Benefits
A laboratory procedure for the quantitative measurement of glucose levels in a specimen, performed using methods other than a reagent strip (e.g., automated chemistry analyzer). This code represents the technical component of the service.
When to Use
- Use L065 when billing for quantitative glucose analysis performed via automated laboratory instrumentation rather than point-of-care reagent strips.
- Select L065 for laboratory-based testing when the physician is claiming the technical component of a diagnostic service performed within a licensed facility.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing L065 for office-based testing is a common error; G002 must be used for glucose testing performed within the physician's own office setting.
- Submitting L065 without maintaining the required laboratory licensure under the Laboratory and Specimen Collection Centre Licensing Act will result in audit recovery.
- Confusing L065 with G498 is a frequent mistake; G498 is specifically for the professional component of an intravenous glucose tolerance test, not routine quantitative glucose.
Billing Tips
- Ensure your billing system distinguishes between the technical component (L065) and professional interpretation codes to avoid duplicate submission errors.
- Verify that the laboratory equipment used meets the technical standards required for L065 to ensure compliance with the Schedule of Benefits for Laboratory Services.
Provider Fee$13.44
Effective: July 1, 2010
Service Type
Laboratory Medicine
Code Classes
Diagnostic
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