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L653
L653 – L653
OHIP Dermatology Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use L653 for the professional component of a diagnostic Pap smear when the specimen is collected and submitted for cytology.
- Use this code when billing for the interpretation of a cervical or vaginal smear in conjunction with a clinical examination.
Common Pitfalls
- Do not bill L653 if the laboratory performs the screening and bills the technical component directly to the Ministry.
- Avoid billing L653 on the same day as a general assessment code if the Pap smear was the sole purpose of the visit, as it may be considered included in the office visit fee.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the laboratory requisition clearly indicates your billing number to avoid reconciliation errors between your claim and the lab's submission.
Provider Fee$5.87
Effective: April 1, 2018
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