Question 1

What is OHIP billing code Z802?

Accepted Answer

Z802 is "Ventricular puncture through previous burr hole or fontanelle or puncture and/or aspiration of cisterna", an OHIP Neurological Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does Z802 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for Z802 is $81.65, effective 2026-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill Z802 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

Z802 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates Z802 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to Z802?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to Z802 in the Schedule of Benefits include Z818.

Z802 – Ventricular puncture through previous burr hole or fontanelle or puncture and/or aspiration of cisterna

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