OHIP fee codeZ851

Therapeutic paracentesis

OCULAR SURGICAL PROCEDURES · INCISION

$70.00

What this reference tells you

Z851 identifies the Ontario insured service described as “Therapeutic paracentesis.” The listed fee and rules are reference data; the clinical record must support the service actually performed.

Loaded billing requirements

1.Z851 is not eligible for payment for same patient same day as E175 or Z844.
2.Z851 and Z844 are not eligible for payment for same patient same day as E186, E187, or E149.

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.

Loaded billing requirements

Before using this code

Take the code from reference to reviewed claim.