Question 1

What is OHIP billing code E550?

Accepted Answer

E550 is "Insertion of closed irrigation system during a surgical procedure for post-operative management", an OHIP Musculoskeletal System Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does E550 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for E550 is $63.15, effective 2025-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill E550 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

E550 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates E550 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to E550?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to E550 in the Schedule of Benefits include E551, E552, Z279, E553, R200, E547, E555, E544.

E550 – Insertion of closed irrigation system during a surgical procedure for post-operative management

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