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N549
N549 – Incision and drainage including sequestrectomy, anterior approach
OHIP Spinal Surgical Procedures Code — SPINAL SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
This surgical procedure involves an incision, drainage, and sequestrectomy (removal of dead bone) for spinal osteomyelitis, performed via an anterior approach. The fee for this service is for the surgeon's work (suffix A). Separate calculations apply for surgical assistant (suffix B) and anaesthesiologist (suffix C) services, which are based on basic units plus time units.
All insured services must be documented in appropriate records establishing that the service was provided, is the service for which the account is submitted, and was medically necessary.
If claiming the E420 trauma premium, the Injury Severity Score (ISS) must be listed in the patient's medical record.
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