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Z328
Z328 – Mediastinoscopy with mediastinotomy
OHIP Respiratory Surgical Procedures Code — RESPIRATORY SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
A diagnostic endoscopic procedure of the mediastinum, which also includes a mediastinotomy. This procedure is an Independent Operative Procedure (IOP). As an IOP, if the major pre-operative visit was rendered in the previous 12 months, only a minor assessment (by a GP) or partial assessment (by a specialist) may be payable on the same day. No other consultation or assessment is payable on the same day as the IOP if the major pre-operative visit is also on that day. See for full details.
All insured services must be documented in appropriate records, establishing that the service was provided, medically necessary, and is the same service for which the account is submitted, as per .
For surgical procedures, the medical record should include details of supervising the preparation of the patient, performing the procedure, any related arrangements for assessments or therapy, and post-procedure follow-up care, as per .
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