Question 1

What is OHIP billing code R256?

Accepted Answer

R256 is "Injection into bone cysts", an OHIP Musculoskeletal System Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does R256 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for R256 is $117.00, effective 2025-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill R256 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

R256 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates R256 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

R256 – Injection into bone cysts

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