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Z776
Z776 – Fetal blood sampling
OHIP Psychiatric Code — OBSTETRICS · Schedule of Benefits
Fetal blood sampling is an invasive diagnostic procedure to obtain a blood sample from the fetus. This service is listed under High Risk Pregnancies in the Obstetrics section of the Schedule. It may be performed as an independent procedure or as a component of a fetoscopy (see Z773).
When to Use
- Use Z776 when performing a standalone percutaneous umbilical blood sampling (PUBS) for diagnostic purposes, such as fetal anemia assessment or karyotyping.
- Use this code when the procedure is performed independently of a fetoscopy, as it is not separately billable if Z773 is claimed.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing Z776 in addition to Z773 will result in an automatic rejection, as the fetoscopy fee is inclusive of the blood sampling component.
- Attempting to claim after-hours premiums (E409 or E410) without documenting the non-elective nature of the procedure will lead to audit adjustments.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the procedure is clearly identified as non-elective in your records to support the application of E409 or E410 premiums when performed outside standard hours.
Provider Fee$40.80
Effective: April 1, 2025
Category
K. Obstetrics
Subcategory
OBSTETRICS
Service Type
Procedure
Code Classes
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures, Obstetrics
Sex Restriction
Female
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