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A Canadian surgeon waited nearly three years for payment after a 15-hour surgery, highlighting systemic billing failures in Ontario’s healthcare system.
Ontario surgeon Dr. Braden Gammon went nearly three years without payment for a 15-hour surgery reattaching a farmer’s crushed fingers, receiving only a jug of maple syrup as thanks.
The delay stems from flaws in Ontario’s OHIP billing system, which struggles to process complex surgical claims, leading to widespread delays and rejections.
A 2025 Ontario Medical Association survey found 90% of doctors had claims denied, with surgical specialists especially affected.
Many physicians now avoid certain procedures due to payment uncertainty, contributing to burnout and workforce strain.
The OMA is urging the provincial government to overhaul the outdated system to ensure timely, fair compensation and protect healthcare sustainability.
Un cirujano canadiense esperó casi tres años para recibir el pago después de una cirugía de 15 horas, destacando las fallas sistemáticas de facturación en el sistema de salud de Ontario.