S079massive paraesophageal
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · REPAIR
$1,200.00What this reference tells you
S079 identifies the Ontario insured service described as “massive paraesophageal.” The listed fee and rules are reference data; the clinical record must support the service actually performed.
Loaded billing requirements
- When more than one assistant was required for a surgical procedure, unless the service is listed below, the second assistant's service is only eligible for payment following authorization by a medical consultant and requires submission of a letter from the su...
- S079 is only eligible for payment for surgical r epair of a.a paraesophageal hernia with >50% intrathoracic herniation of the stomach with the fundus lying above the gastroesophageal j unction, or b.a paraesophageal hernia with herniation of the stomach and a...
Before using this code
Confirm the current Ministry publication, the patient and provider context, the date of service, and documentation supporting the claim. A searchable reference does not establish eligibility or guarantee payment.