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S066
S066 – Secondary suture or cauterization following tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy
OHIP Urology Code — DIGESTIVE SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
Secondary suture or cauterization following tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy when haemorrhage occurs after the initial procedure.
When to Use
- Use S066 when you perform a return to the operating room for surgical intervention to control post-tonsillectomy or post-adenoidectomy hemorrhage.
- Use this code specifically for secondary procedures where the patient requires active suture or cauterization to address bleeding that occurs after the initial discharge from the primary S063 or S065 procedure.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing S066 for minor bedside cauterization performed in the clinic or emergency department, as this code is intended for formal surgical procedures typically requiring an operating room setting.
- Attempting to bill S066 in conjunction with the primary tonsillectomy code (S063/S065) on the same day, which will trigger an automatic rejection for duplicate or overlapping surgical services.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the operative report clearly details the secondary nature of the procedure and the specific site of the hemorrhage to justify the claim against the primary surgery date.
- Always append the appropriate after-hours premium code if the secondary procedure is performed outside of standard operating room hours to maximize the claim value.
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