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Z443
Z443 – Insertion of temporary endocardial electrode
OHIP Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures Code — DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
Insertion of temporary endocardial electrode. This is a surgical procedure that is eligible for surgeon (A), assistant (B), and anaesthetist (C) fees. As a listed service, it includes all applicable common elements described in the Schedule of Benefits on pages -.
Assistance at surgery (suffix B) is eligible for payment upon authorization by a medical consultant. This requires submission of a letter from the surgeon outlining the reason an assistant was required. Claims for this service must be submitted using fee code M400B.
The number of basic units for the surgical assistant fee is the same as the number of basic units for anaesthesia (6 units).
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