Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 1993 (Act No. 130 of 1993)Scale of FeesAnnual Increase in Medical Tariffs for Medical Service Providers - 2018SpecialistsIII. Procedures3. Musculo-skeletal system3.7 Plasters (not subject to rule G) |
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3.7 |
Plasters (not subject to rule G) |
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Note: The Initial application of a plaster cast is included i the schedule fee |
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Note: The Commissioner will only consider payment in respect of splinting material (Scotschcast, Dynacast, etc.) In the following cases (not applicable when Plaster of Paris is used): |
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Where extremity splints are applied for at least five weeks: |
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A maximum of one application for an upper extremity injury |
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A maximum of two applications for a lower extremity injury |
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0887 |
Long limb cast (excluding after-care |
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311.22 |
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311.22 |
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335.58 |
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0888 |
Short limb cast (excluding after-care) |
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158.00 |
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158.00 |
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335.58 |
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0889 |
Spica, plaster jacket or hinged cast brace (excluding aftercare) |
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766.08 |
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768.08 |
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447.44 |
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