Question 1

What is OHIP billing code E169?

Accepted Answer

E169 is "Decompression - two or more walls", an OHIP Ocular and Aural Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does E169 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for E169 is $1267.55, effective 2026-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill E169 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

E169 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates E169 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to E169?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to E169 in the Schedule of Benefits include E170.

E169 – Decompression - two or more walls

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