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Z303
Z303 – Removal of laryngeal stent or keel
OHIP Respiratory Surgical Procedures Code — RESPIRATORY SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
This service involves the surgical removal of a laryngeal stent or keel. Per the
Respiratory Surgical Procedures section of the Schedule, this procedure includes laryngoscopy. As a Z-code, it is designated an Independent Operative Procedure (IOP), which has specific payment rules for pre-operative assessments detailed on page . All standard pre- and post-operative care associated with the surgery is included in the fee, as outlined in the Surgical Preamble.Surgical assistant (B suffix) services are payable for this procedure on an Independent Consideration basis. The claim must be submitted using fee code M400B, with 6 basic units (equal to the anaesthesia units) plus time units. A letter from the surgeon explaining why the assistant was required must be submitted with the claim.
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