Question 1

What is OHIP billing code G179?

Accepted Answer

G179 is "Repeat pacing, mapping and catheter ablation for additional distinct arrhythmia(s) without the use of an advanced mapping system", an OHIP Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does G179 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for G179 is $111.20, effective 2025-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill G179 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

G179 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates G179 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to G179?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to G179 in the Schedule of Benefits include G178, Z423, G176, G177, Z424, Z422.

G179 – Repeat pacing, mapping and catheter ablation for additional distinct arrhythmia(s) without the use of an advanced mapping system

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