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S080
S080 – Oesophageal-gastric devascularization
OHIP Urology Code — DIGESTIVE SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
Oesophageal-gastric devascularization is a surgical procedure that includes splenectomy and oesophageal division/anastomosis. It is listed on page of the Schedule of Benefits. Anaesthesia services (suffix C) are eligible for payment, but because no base units are specified, the fee is calculated based on a comparable procedure as per . Assistant services (suffix B) are not eligible for payment.
When to Use
- Use S080 for the definitive surgical management of portal hypertension via oesophageal-gastric devascularization, which must include both the splenectomy and the oesophageal division/anastomosis components.
- Select S080 when performing a comprehensive devascularization procedure; do not unbundle the splenectomy component as a separate S107, as the global fee for S080 is inclusive of these elements.
Common Pitfalls
- Attempting to bill suffix B (Assistant) will result in an automatic rejection, as the Schedule of Benefits explicitly lists this service as ineligible for assistant fees.
- Failing to document the specific anaesthesia base units for a comparable procedure per GP93 will lead to payment delays or manual review, as S080 does not have pre-assigned base units.
Billing Tips
- When billing for the anaesthesiologist, ensure you clearly identify the comparable procedure used to derive the base units in your claim notes to avoid processing errors.
- If the procedure is performed on an emergency basis, ensure you apply the appropriate E409 or E410 premium, as these are compatible with S080 provided the non-elective criteria are met.
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