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L243
L243 – L243
OHIP Dermatology Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use L243 for the laboratory handling fee when you collect a specimen and forward it to a laboratory for analysis.
- Apply this code when the patient is present in your office specifically for the collection of a specimen that is not processed on-site.
Common Pitfalls
- Do not bill L243 in conjunction with an office visit code like A007, as the laboratory handling fee is considered inclusive of the overhead for the visit.
- Avoid billing L243 if the laboratory test is performed in-office, as this code is strictly for forwarding specimens to an external facility.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the laboratory requisition clearly indicates the specimen was collected at your office to support the claim during an audit.
Provider Fee$1.28
Effective: April 1, 2018
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