Question 1

What is OHIP billing code S297?

Accepted Answer

S297 is "Drainage of acute pancreatitis or abscess or marsupialization of cyst", an OHIP Digestive System Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does S297 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for S297 is $406.85, effective 2026-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill S297 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

S297 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates S297 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to S297?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to S297 in the Schedule of Benefits include Z762, Z577, S298, S300, S301, S309, S299, S305.

S297 – Drainage of acute pancreatitis or abscess or marsupialization of cyst

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