All codes
T544
T544 – T544
OHIP Other Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use T544 for the complete surgical excision of a malignant neoplasm of the vulva involving a radical vulvectomy with bilateral inguinal lymphadenectomy.
- Select this code when the clinical procedure requires the extensive removal of vulvar tissue and regional lymph nodes as a single comprehensive operative session.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing T544 in conjunction with separate lymph node dissection codes is considered unbundling, as the lymphadenectomy is already included in the T544 fee.
- Submitting T544 for simple or partial vulvectomies will trigger a rejection; use the appropriate minor excision codes such as S540 or S541 for less extensive procedures.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the operative report explicitly details the extent of the radical resection and the bilateral nature of the lymphadenectomy to support the high-value fee during a potential audit.
Provider Fee$1,321.18
Specialist Fee$1,321.18
Effective: February 1, 2011
Ready to bill this code?
SnapBill makes OHIP billing simple — auto-filled codes, validation, and batch submission.