Question 1

What is OHIP billing code J051?

Accepted Answer

J051 is "Percutaneous spinal cord puncture for syringogram", an OHIP Clinical Procedures associated with Diagnostic Radiological Examinations code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does J051 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for J051 is $166.95, effective 2026-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill J051 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

J051 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates J051 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to J051?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to J051 in the Schedule of Benefits include M400B.

J051 – Percutaneous spinal cord puncture for syringogram

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