Question 1

What is OHIP billing code R561?

Accepted Answer

R561 is "Ilio-tibial band repair", an OHIP Musculoskeletal System Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does R561 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for R561 is $190.10, effective 2026-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill R561 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

R561 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates R561 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to R561?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to R561 in the Schedule of Benefits include Z197.

R561 – Ilio-tibial band repair

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