Update your software to allow scanning of the Ontario photo health card 2-D barcode

To: Registered OHIP Billing Software Vendors
Category: Billing Software Specifications
Written by: Claims Services Branch, Ontario Health Insurance Plan Division
Date issued: September 2, 2021

2-D barcode specifications available

The Ontario photo health card has a 2-D (2 dimensional) barcode. The barcode has encoded a specific amount of data and is machine readable. Technical specifications related to the barcode is available. Registered OHIP Billing Software Vendors may request this documentation. Please contact the Service Support Contact Centre (SSCC) by email or telephone 1-800-262-6524.

Keywords/tags

2-D; 2D; 2 dimensional; barcode; bar code; health card; scan card;

Contact information

Do you have questions about this INFOBulletin? Email the Service Support Contact Centre or call 1-800-262-6524.

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