WCB-Alberta for expedited surgeries

When billing WCB-Alberta for expedited surgeries, physicians need to invoice using the accurate billing code to ensure the correct payment is issued.

Below is the list of billing codes for expedited surgery. Please have a look to ensure you are using the proper code.

Price changes effective April 1, 2023.

Expedited surgery

WCB fee

WCB health service code

Surgery completed within 15 working days from date of consult.

Surgeon

$497.11

ES01A

Anesthetist

$341.44

ES02A

Surgical Assistant

$185.75

ES03A

Surgery completed within 16-25 working days from date of consult.

Surgeon

$158.18

ES04

Anesthetist

$105.44

ES05

Surgical Assistant 

$52.74

ES06

If you have any questions regarding billing, please contact 1.866.922.9221.

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