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R022
R022 – Scar revision, face or neck, 2.6 cm to 5 cm
OHIP Integumentary System Surgical Procedures Code — INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
This service covers the surgical revision of a scar located on the face or neck, measuring between 2.6 cm and 5.0 cm. The procedure can be performed using any method of closure. This fee code represents the surgeon's fee (claimed with suffix A) and provides the basis for calculating assistant (suffix B) and anaesthetist (suffix C) fees.
For trauma cases, the medical record must list the Injury Severity Score (ISS) to claim the trauma premium (E420).
Authorization is required for all scar revisions in areas other than the face or neck (see Appendix D).
Revision of post-infection scarring of face must be claimed on an “I.C” basis - maximum payable will be as equated to R023.
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