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N579
N579 – Vertebrectomy (removal of vertebral body and excision of adjacent discs)
OHIP Spinal Surgical Procedures Code — SPINAL SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
Lumbar - laparotomy/retroperitoneal approach by separate surgeon: Vertebrectomy (removal of vertebral body and excision of adjacent discs). This code is for the spinal surgery component when the approach is performed by a separate surgeon.
When claiming the Trauma Premium (E420), the medical record must list the Injury Severity Score (ISS).
Medical records must be maintained to support the medical necessity of the service and that the service was rendered as described. See .
For services performed by a medical trainee, specific documentation requirements for supervision must be met. See .
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