Question 1

What is OHIP billing code R448?

Accepted Answer

R448 is "Posteromedial release, lateral shortening, tendon transfers and fusion", an OHIP Musculoskeletal System Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does R448 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for R448 is $371.20, effective 2026-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill R448 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

R448 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates R448 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to R448?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to R448 in the Schedule of Benefits include R408, R313.

R448 – Posteromedial release, lateral shortening, tendon transfers and fusion

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