Question 1

What is OHIP billing code R617?

Accepted Answer

R617 is "Forequarter amputation", an OHIP Musculoskeletal System Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does R617 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for R617 is $490.95, effective 2026-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill R617 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

R617 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates R617 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to R617?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to R617 in the Schedule of Benefits include R616, R615.

R617 – Forequarter amputation

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