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L157
L157 – L157
OHIP Dermatology Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use L157 for the laboratory handling fee when you collect a specimen in your office and send it to an external laboratory for analysis.
- Apply this code when the patient is physically present in your office for the specimen collection, distinguishing it from a simple requisition form drop-off.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing L157 on the same day as a visit code like A007 is often rejected unless the specimen collection is the sole purpose of the visit.
- Submitting L157 for tests performed in-office using your own equipment is incorrect, as this code is strictly for handling specimens sent to an outside facility.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the laboratory requisition clearly indicates the specimen was collected at your office to support the claim if audited.
Provider Fee$10.34
Effective: April 1, 2018
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