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T344
T344 – T344
OHIP Other Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use T344 for the definitive surgical repair of a complex laceration or wound requiring extensive debridement and layered closure that exceeds the scope of minor procedure codes like G372.
- Apply this code when performing a formal surgical repair of a traumatic wound that necessitates specialized surgical technique, distinct from simple suturing billed under G372 or G373.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing T344 in conjunction with a minor assessment code like A007 is often rejected unless the assessment is for a separate, unrelated clinical issue.
- Submitting T344 for simple lacerations that only require basic closure will lead to audit flags for upcoding, as these should be billed under the G372/G373 series.
Billing Tips
- Ensure your operative note explicitly details the complexity of the repair, such as the need for deep tissue debridement or multi-layer closure, to justify the higher fee compared to standard laceration repairs.
Provider Fee$263.30
Specialist Fee$263.30
Effective: February 1, 2011
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