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Z354
Z354 – Excisional biopsy of rib or rib resection for drainage
OHIP Respiratory Surgical Procedures Code — RESPIRATORY SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
Excisional biopsy of rib for tumour. This service is designated as an Independent Operative Procedure (IOP).
Independent Operative Procedure (IOP) Rules (from ):
• If the major pre-operative assessment was rendered within the 12-month period prior to this IOP service by the same physician, only a minor assessment (by a General and Family Physician) or a partial assessment (by a specialist) is eligible for payment on the same day before the procedure.
• If the major pre-operative assessment is rendered on the same day as the IOP, no other consultation or assessment is eligible for payment if rendered prior to the IOP service by the same physician on the same day.
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