Question 1

What is OHIP billing code E521?

Accepted Answer

E521 is "Left atrial appendage occlusion/excision - additional procedure", an OHIP Cardiovascular Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does E521 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for E521 is $200.00, effective 2025-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill E521 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

E521 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates E521 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to E521?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to E521 in the Schedule of Benefits include R740, R709.

E521 – Left atrial appendage occlusion/excision - additional procedure

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