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, 2015.
Expedited surgery | WCB fee | WCB health service code |
| Surgery completed within 15 working days from date of consult. | ||
| Surgeon | $516.30 | ES01 |
| Anesthetist | $282.25 | ES02 |
| Surgical Assistant | $141.12 | ES03 |
| Surgery completed within 16-25 working days from date of consult. | ||
| Surgeon | $172.10 | ES04 |
| Anesthetist | $94.07 | ES05 |
| Surgical Assistant | $47.05 | ES06 |
If you have any questions regarding billing, please contact 1.866.922.9221.
