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S150
S150 – Small intestine - including excision of polyps or biopsy
OHIP Urology Code — DIGESTIVE SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
This surgical procedure is an enterotomy of the small intestine. The service fee includes the excision of polyps or a biopsy if performed during the same operation. It is listed in the Digestive System Surgical Procedures section of the Schedule of Benefits. This procedure is eligible for anaesthesia and surgical assistant services.
When to Use
- Use S150 for an enterotomy performed to excise small bowel polyps or obtain a biopsy when no more extensive resection like S154 or S155 is required.
- Select S150 when the primary intent of the small bowel surgery is limited to exploration and biopsy/polypectomy rather than a formal segmental resection.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing S150 in addition to a formal small bowel resection (e.g., S154) is considered unbundling, as the biopsy or polypectomy is included in the major procedure fee.
- Failing to append the E737 add-on code when S150 is performed alongside another major intra-abdominal procedure results in missed revenue.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the operative report explicitly details the enterotomy and the specific biopsy or polypectomy performed to support the S150 claim during an audit.
- Always verify if the procedure qualifies for the multiple procedure rule under GP85, as S150 will be subject to the 100%/50% reduction if performed with a higher-valued surgical code.
Provider Fee$463.25
Surgical Assistant Fee$77.46
Anaesthetist Fee$111.72
Non-Anaesthetist Fee$111.72
Effective: April 1, 2026
Category
S. Digestive System Surgical Procedures
Subcategory
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES
Service Type
Surgical
Code Classes
Digestive System Surgical Procedures
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