Question 1

What is OHIP billing code E515?

Accepted Answer

E515 is "Incision of abscess or hematoma - sole procedure under general anaesthetic in operating room", an OHIP Integumentary System Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does E515 pay?

Accepted Answer

E515 is a percentage premium: it adds 110% to the fee of the eligible service it is billed with, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill E515 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

E515 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates E515 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to E515?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to E515 in the Schedule of Benefits include Z102, Z172, Z105, Z107, Z541, Z574, Z758.

E515 – Incision of abscess or hematoma - sole procedure under general anaesthetic in operating room

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