S568 – Slit of prepuce - infant
OHIP Urology Code — MALE GENITAL SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
A surgical procedure involving a complete care service for the incision (slitting) of the prepuce. This procedure is specifically for an infant, defined as a patient from 29 days up to, but less than, 2 years of age, as per the definition on page . It is listed under Male Genital Surgical Procedures. The anaesthesia for this service has a base value of 6 units.
When to Use
- Use S568 for the surgical slitting of the prepuce in infants aged 29 days up to 2 years.
- Select S568 specifically for a dorsal slit procedure; do not use it for a full circumcision, which is covered under different codes.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing S568 for patients under 29 days or 2 years and older will result in automatic rejection due to strict age-based eligibility.
- Failing to apply the mandatory age premium (25% for <1 year, 20% for 1-2 years) is a common missed revenue opportunity for this procedure.
Billing Tips
- Always verify the patient's exact age in days or years at the time of the procedure to ensure the correct age premium is appended to the base fee.
Effective: April 1, 2025
U. Male Genital Surgical Procedures
MALE GENITAL SURGICAL PROCEDURES
Surgical
Male Genital Surgical Procedures
Patient must be an infant, defined as a person from 29 days up to, and less than, 2 years of age.
Male
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