Question 1

What is OHIP billing code R544?

Accepted Answer

R544 is "Achilles or tibialis anterior/posterior tenotomy - open", an OHIP Musculoskeletal System Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does R544 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for R544 is $252.00, effective 2026-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill R544 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

R544 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates R544 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to R544?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to R544 in the Schedule of Benefits include R555.

R544 – Achilles or tibialis anterior/posterior tenotomy - open

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