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Z165
Z165 – Congenital (extensive) nevus removal
OHIP Integumentary System Surgical Procedures Code — INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
Excision of an extensive congenital nevus, classified under Group 2 lesions (nevus).
As this service is designated for Independent Consideration (
IC), the fee is not specified in the Schedule. Claims must be submitted with a supporting letter explaining the amount of the fee claimed, including an appropriate operative or consultation report, and a comparison of the scope and difficulty of the procedure in relation to non-IC procedures in the Schedule (see ). This applies to the surgeon's fee, as well as the fees for the assistant (Asst) and anaesthetist (Anae).Claims must be submitted with a supporting letter explaining the amount of the fee claimed.
Must include an appropriate operative or consultation report.
Must include a comparison of the scope and difficulty of the procedure in relation to non-
IC procedures in the Schedule.The schedule notes to see .
Tattoo removal - (see Appendix D Surface Pathology Section 3).
Removal of any lesions (e.g. keratosis, nevi) for cosmetic purposes and not for any clinical suspicion of disease or malignancy is not an insured service.
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