Question 1

What is OHIP billing code Z820?

Accepted Answer

Z820 is "Insertion of intracranial pressure monitor and/or external ventricular drainage", an OHIP Neurological Surgical Procedures code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

Question 2

How much does Z820 pay?

Accepted Answer

The current OHIP fee for Z820 is $395.85, effective 2026-04-01, per the Ontario Schedule of Benefits.

Question 3

How do I bill Z820 to OHIP?

Accepted Answer

Z820 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates Z820 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

Question 4

What codes are related to Z820?

Accepted Answer

Codes related to Z820 in the Schedule of Benefits include Z825, E916, E917, E918, Z812.

Z820 – Insertion of intracranial pressure monitor and/or external ventricular drainage

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