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L688
L688 – L688
OHIP Dermatology Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use L688 for the diagnostic aspiration of a joint or bursa when performed as a standalone procedure.
- Select L688 when performing a therapeutic aspiration to relieve pressure or pain in a joint, provided no injection is administered during the same session.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing L688 in addition to a joint injection code like G372 is a common error, as the aspiration is considered inclusive to the injection procedure.
- Submitting L688 for a simple superficial cyst aspiration may lead to rejections if the Ministry deems the site does not meet the definition of a joint or bursa.
- Failing to document the specific joint or bursa site can lead to audit recovery if the claim is flagged for lacking anatomical specificity.
Billing Tips
- If you perform an aspiration and a subsequent injection at the same site, bill only the injection code (e.g., G372) as it encompasses the aspiration component.
Provider Fee$31.02
Effective: July 1, 2010
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