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R028
R028 – Scar revision - other areas (5.1 cm to 10 cm)
OHIP Integumentary System Surgical Procedures Code — INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
Surgical revision of a scar, with any method of closure, for scars measuring 5.1 cm to 10 cm in length. This code applies to anatomical areas other than the face or neck. The service is eligible for suffix A (surgeon), B (assistant), and C (anaesthetist).
• Surgeon (A): The fee is as listed in the Schedule. It is eligible for After Hours premiums (E409, E410), the Trauma premium (E420), and age-based premiums for patients under 16 (). The add-on E542 is payable when performed outside a hospital.
• Assistant (B): The fee is calculated based on 6 base units plus time units as per rules on pages -. It is eligible for after-hours premiums (E400B, E401B), special visit premiums (), and the Trauma premium (E420).
• Anaesthetist (C): The fee is calculated based on 6 base units plus time units as per rules on pages -. It is eligible for after-hours premiums (E400C, E401C), special visit premiums (), anaesthesia extra units (), and the Trauma premium (E420).
Requirement: Authorization is required for all scar revisions in areas other than the face or neck, as per the note on page (see Appendix D).
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