All codes
Y848
Y848 – Y848
OHIP Other Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use Y848 as a mandatory administrative placeholder when submitting a claim for a service that has no associated fee, such as a zero-dollar administrative fee or a specific non-insured service tracking requirement.
- Use this code when you are required to report a specific encounter or procedure to OHIP for statistical purposes despite the service having a zero-dollar value.
Common Pitfalls
- Do not attempt to use Y848 as a substitute for a billable consultation or assessment code, as it carries no monetary value and will result in zero reimbursement.
- Avoid using Y848 in place of diagnostic codes or specific procedure codes, as it does not satisfy the requirement for clinical service documentation in the eyes of the Ministry.
Billing Tips
- Ensure that Y848 is only utilized when explicitly instructed by the Schedule of Benefits or specific Ministry bulletins for zero-fee reporting, as incorrect usage can trigger audit flags for non-standard billing patterns.
Provider Fee$0.00
Surgical Assistant Fee$119.20
Non-Anaesthetist Fee$31.46
Effective: April 1, 2026
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