R687Knee arthroscopy set-up, degenerative disease of the knee. Includes when rendered for synovial biopsy and/or resection or trimming of plica
MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · ARTHROSCOPY
$97.35What this reference tells you
R687 identifies the Ontario insured service described as “Knee arthroscopy set-up, degenerative disease of the knee. Includes when rendered for synovial biopsy and/or resection or trimming of plica.” The listed fee and rules are reference data; the clinical record must support the service actually performed.
Loaded billing requirements
- 6.R687 is eligible for payment in all patients with degenerative disease when a diagnostic arthroscopy is required prior to or in conjunction with reconstructive proximal t ibial or distal femoral osteotomy.
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