All codes
Z849
Z849 – Chelation of band keratopathy with EDTA - local anaesthetic
OHIP Psychiatric Code — OCULAR SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
Chelation of band keratopathy with EDTA, performed under local anaesthetic as listed in the Ocular and Aural Surgical Procedures section of the Schedule.
When to Use
- Use Z849 specifically for the chemical debridement of calcium deposits on the cornea using EDTA solution.
- Select this code when the procedure is performed under local anaesthetic in an office or minor procedure setting.
Common Pitfalls
- Do not bill Z849 in conjunction with Z863 (Superficial keratectomy) for the same eye on the same day, as this is considered unbundling.
- Avoid billing a separate office visit fee on the same day unless the assessment is for an unrelated condition and meets the General Preamble requirements for a separate service.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the clinical record explicitly documents the use of EDTA and the removal of calcific band keratopathy to support the specific surgical code over a general debridement code.
Provider Fee$153.80
Effective: April 1, 2025
Category
Y. Ocular and Aural Surgical Procedures
Subcategory
OCULAR SURGICAL PROCEDURES
Service Type
Surgical
Code Classes
Ocular and Aural Surgical Procedures
Ready to bill this code?
SnapBill makes OHIP billing simple — auto-filled codes, validation, and batch submission.