Question 1

What is OHIP billing code L079?

Accepted Answer

L079 is "Broad spectrum toxicology screen, urine- includes confirmatory testing", an OHIP Laboratory Medicine code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does L079 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for L079 is $28.98, effective 2018-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill L079 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

L079 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates L079 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

L079 – Broad spectrum toxicology screen, urine- includes confirmatory testing

Ready to bill this code?