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L719
L719 – L719
OHIP Dermatology Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use L719 when performing a diagnostic aspiration of a joint or bursa where the primary intent is to obtain fluid for laboratory analysis.
- Apply this code when the procedure is performed as a standalone diagnostic intervention rather than as part of a therapeutic injection procedure.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing L719 in conjunction with therapeutic joint injection codes like G372 is often rejected as it is considered an inclusive component of the injection procedure.
- Submitting L719 for simple fluid drainage without laboratory submission may trigger an audit for inappropriate procedural billing.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the clinical note explicitly documents the collection of fluid for pathology or microbiology to justify the diagnostic nature of the code.
Provider Fee$3.17
Effective: April 1, 2018
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