Billing code
E796A
Splenic flexure mobilization
Add to S167 large bowel resection for mobilizing the splenic flexure.
Watch for: Only with S167; left hemicolectomy S171 already includes splenic flexure mobilization.
| Provider | Specialist | Assistant | Anaesthetist | Non-anaesthetist |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $117.15 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
- Code
- E796A
- FHO+ basket
- Not in the FHO+ base rate basket (Schedule 2 or 2B).
- Effective date
- Apr 1, 2026
- Termination date
- No end date
Explanation
Updated October 26, 2026
Add-on for mobilizing the splenic flexure during a large bowel resection (S167).
What it covers
E796 is mobilization of the splenic flexure, added to S167 resection of the large intestine (S20).
Left hemicolectomy S171 already includes mobilization of the splenic flexure in its description (S20).
Billing rules
- Only with S167 (S20).
- E796 is on the list of procedures that take the E676 morbid obesity premium (SP6).
- Marked #: premises, equipment, supplies and staff for the procedure are not included in the fee (SP1).
Often billed with
- S167 large intestine resection (S20).
- E793 laparoscopic approach to S167 (S20).
Common rejections
- ADF: OHIP describes this as 'Corresponding procedure invalid, omitted or paid at zero': E796 was billed without a payable S167 for the same patient and day.
Related codes: S167, S171, S166, E793
Source: Schedule of Benefits (July 1, 2026), Digestive System Surgical Procedures, Intestines (Except Rectum), page S20.
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