Question 1

What is OHIP billing code R489?

Accepted Answer

R489 is "Single joint - total (arthrodesis and/or arthroplasties) maximum of 4", an OHIP Musculoskeletal System Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does R489 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for R489 is $358.60, effective 2026-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill R489 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

R489 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates R489 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to R489?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to R489 in the Schedule of Benefits include E564, R437, R485, R479, R435, R436, R209, R500.

R489 – Single joint - total (arthrodesis and/or arthroplasties) maximum of 4

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