All codes
X132
X132 – Vertebral angiogram - unilateral
OHIP Laboratory Code — DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY · Schedule of Benefits
Vertebral angiogram - direct puncture or retrograde brachial injection - unilateral
When to Use
- Use X132 for a unilateral vertebral angiogram performed via direct puncture or retrograde brachial injection when the procedure is limited to one side.
- Select X132 when the clinical requirement necessitates imaging of a single vertebral artery, distinguishing it from the bilateral approach covered under X133.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing X132 in conjunction with X133 for the same patient on the same day is a common rejection trigger, as the Ministry expects a single claim for bilateral procedures if applicable.
- Failure to clearly document the unilateral nature of the injection site can lead to audit scrutiny regarding the necessity of the specific procedural approach chosen.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the procedural note explicitly states the unilateral approach to justify the use of X132 over the bilateral X133 code.
Provider Fee$0.00
Surgical Assistant Fee$55.60
Non-Anaesthetist Fee$34.00
Effective: April 1, 2025
Category
D. Diagnostic Radiology
Subcategory
DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY
Service Type
Procedure
Code Classes
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures
Ready to bill this code?
SnapBill makes OHIP billing simple — auto-filled codes, validation, and batch submission.