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L588
L588 – L588
OHIP Dermatology Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use L588 for the professional fee associated with the application of a cast or splint when performed as a distinct procedure during a visit.
- Apply this code when managing acute fractures or soft tissue injuries requiring immobilization that are not already bundled into a comprehensive visit fee.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing L588 in conjunction with a minor assessment code (A007) is often rejected if the assessment is considered part of the procedure's global service.
- Submitting L588 without a corresponding diagnostic code that justifies the need for immobilization will lead to automatic claim rejection.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the procedure is clearly delineated from the assessment in your notes, as L588 is a procedural code and not a substitute for an evaluation and management service.
Provider Fee$12.13
Effective: April 1, 2018
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