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Q089
Q089 – Q089
OHIP Critical Care Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use Q089 as a tracking code when submitting claims for the Ontario Health Study (OHS) to indicate participation in the research project.
- Apply this code in conjunction with a valid visit code when the primary purpose of the encounter is to facilitate data collection or administrative requirements for the OHS.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing Q089 as a standalone service code will result in a rejection because it carries a zero-dollar fee and requires an associated billable service.
- Confusing Q089 with other research-specific tracking codes can lead to audit flags if the patient is not registered in the OHS database.
Billing Tips
- Ensure Q089 is appended to the primary visit code (e.g., A007) on the same claim submission to ensure the encounter is correctly linked to the research study.
Provider Fee$0.00
Effective: April 1, 2016
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