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S062
S062 – Thyroglossal duct remnant - repeat procedure
OHIP Urology Code — DIGESTIVE SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
This service is for a repeat surgical procedure to excise a thyroglossal duct remnant. This code is used for cases that require a second operation, distinguishing it from the primary procedure, S061. The fee listed as Surg is for the surgeon's component, while the assistant (Asst) and anaesthesia (Anae) components are calculated based on basic and time units as per the Schedule of Benefits.
When to Use
- Use S062 for a secondary surgical excision of a thyroglossal duct remnant when the initial procedure (S061) failed to achieve complete removal.
- Use this code for re-operation cases where residual tissue or recurrence necessitates a formal repeat surgical intervention.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing S062 as a primary procedure when it should have been billed as S061, which will trigger an audit or rejection for incorrect code selection.
- Failing to document the clinical rationale for the repeat procedure, which is essential to justify why the higher-complexity repeat code is being claimed over the primary code.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the operative report clearly distinguishes the repeat nature of the surgery to support the use of S062 over S061, as the Ministry may flag repeat procedures for manual review.
Provider Fee$410.40
Surgical Assistant Fee$75.06
Anaesthetist Fee$92.94
Non-Anaesthetist Fee$92.94
Effective: April 1, 2025
Category
S. Digestive System Surgical Procedures
Subcategory
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES
Service Type
Surgical
Code Classes
Digestive System Surgical Procedures
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