What is OHIP billing code S316?

S316 is "Excision of full thickness abdominal wall tumour and primary closure", an OHIP Digestive System Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

How do I bill S316 to OHIP?

S316 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates S316 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

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S316

S316 – Excision of full thickness abdominal wall tumour and primary closure

OHIP Digestive System Surgical Procedures Code — DIGESTIVE SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits

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This procedure involves the surgical removal of a tumour that extends through the full thickness of the abdominal wall, followed by primary closure of the resulting defect. As per , claims for services designated as Independent Consideration (IC) must be submitted with a supporting letter explaining the fee amount claimed. This letter should include an operative or consultation report and a comparison of the procedure's scope and difficulty relative to other non-IC procedures in the Schedule.

(see General Preamble )

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