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Category 3 - THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES
32026 - Additional Information
Rectum, ultra-low restorative resection, with or without covering stoma and with or without colonic reservoir, if the anastomosis is sited in the anorectal region and is 6 cm or less from the anal verge, not being a service associated with a service to which item 32000, 32030, 32106, 32117 or 32232 applies (H)
(Anaes.) (Assist.)
Fee: $2,328.40 Benefit: 75% = $1,746.30
(See para TN.8.246 of explanatory notes to this Category)
Associated Notes
Category 3 - THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES
TN.8.246
Rectal Resection (items 32025, 32026 and 32028)
These rectal resection procedures should be performed with the following requirements:
• in an appropriate setting with High Dependency Unit or Intensive Care Unit availability;
• include multidisciplinary team discussion of patient;
• have patient managed using Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) principles; and
• in a setting with adequate access to stomal therapy nurse services.
In addition, item 32028 is appropriately used by 1 surgeon incorporating transanal total mesorectal excision.
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- New - New Item
- NewMin - New Item (previous Ministerial Determination)
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