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R608
R608 – Phalanx, metacarpal or metacarpophalangeal joint amputation
OHIP Musculoskeletal System Surgical Procedures Code — MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
This service is for the surgical amputation of a metacarpal bone or at the metaphalangeal joint. The fee code E583 is payable for each additional metacarpal or metaphalangeal joint amputation performed during the same operation. (Source: )
Anaesthesia: 7 basic units. (Source: )
Assistant: No basic units are listed for an assistant. Payment requires authorization by a medical consultant following submission of a letter from the surgeon outlining the reason an assistant was required. When authorized, the number of basic units is that listed under 'Anae' (7 units). Claim should be submitted as M400B. (Source: )
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