S741 – Tubal occlusion or interruption for the purpose of sterilization
OHIP Urology Code — FEMALE GENITAL SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
A surgical procedure performed by a surgeon, assisted by another physician, and with anaesthesia administered by an anaesthesiologist. As per , the following suffixes must be used when submitting claims: - Suffix A: Physician performing the procedure. - Suffix B: Physician assisting at the surgery. - Suffix C: Physician administering the anaesthetic. The service includes all common elements of insured services as outlined in and , and the specific elements of surgical assistance () and anaesthesia services ().
When to Use
- Use S741 for elective interval tubal ligation procedures performed via laparoscopy or minilaparotomy.
- Use S741 when the primary intent of the surgical intervention is permanent female sterilization via tubal occlusion or interruption.
Common Pitfalls
- Failure to append the correct suffix (A, B, or C) to the claim, which will result in an automatic rejection.
- Attempting to bill a second surgical assistant without prior authorization, as S741 is not on the pre-approved list for multiple assistants.
- Billing S741 in conjunction with other major pelvic procedures without ensuring the claim adheres to the Multiple Procedure Rule (MPR) for surgical fee reductions.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the surgical assistant (Suffix B) and anaesthesiologist (Suffix C) submit their claims using the same service date and patient information to avoid reconciliation delays.
- If the procedure is abandoned after anaesthesia induction but before the incision, switch to E006B for the assistant and E006C for the anaesthesiologist instead of S741.
Effective: April 1, 2025
V. Female Genital Surgical Procedures
FEMALE GENITAL SURGICAL PROCEDURES
Surgical
Musculoskeletal System Surgical Procedures
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