New Costs

MSI of Nova Scotia has no procedure code for the minimally invasive treatments of snoring and sleep apnea.  I have requested a code be created for these procedures.  Until codes are created, both procedure costs and the cost of disposables will have to be paid for by patients.  Alternative treatments such as Uvulopalatoplasty and standard turbinate reduction done under general anaesthetic are covered under MSI.  These procedures are very effective as well but are limited by higher rates of complications, discomfort, and surgical wait time. Dr. Rick Balys