Question 1

What is OHIP billing code L453?

Accepted Answer

L453 is "Sickle cell solubility test (screen)", an OHIP Laboratory Medicine code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does L453 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for L453 is $5.17, effective 2018-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill L453 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

L453 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates L453 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

L453 – Sickle cell solubility test (screen)

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