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X117 – Operative cholangiogram
OHIP Diagnostic Radiology Code — DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY · Schedule of Benefits
An operative cholangiogram is a diagnostic radiology procedure performed during surgery to visualize the bile ducts. This service is listed in the Diagnostic Radiology section of the Schedule of Benefits with a technical component (H-fee of $21.70) and a professional component (P-fee of $11.10) as per page .
Billing Rules:
• As per , the technical component (H-fee) is not eligible for payment when rendered outside of a hospital.
• The technical component is also not payable for a hospital in-patient or for a patient who is admitted to hospital within 24 hours of the service for the same condition.
• Physicians billing the technical component must meet specific training and quality assurance documentation requirements outlined on page .
• The professional component (P-fee) is for the physician's interpretation of the study.
Referral requiredFrom: Physician, NursePractitioner, OralMaxillofacialSurgeon
The physician submitting a claim for the technical component is responsible for the complete quality assurance process for all elements of the technical component of the service, including data acquisition, reporting, and record keeping. The physician must be able to demonstrate the above upon request by the MOH.
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