Insurance-related paperwork and forms create significant administrative burden for physicians. That’s why Doctors of BC, other provincial and territorial medical associations, and the Canadian Medical Association have been working with the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association (CLHIA).

Standardized disability claim forms

This work has resulted in new standardized short-term and long-term disability claim forms that will be used by all major Canadian insurance companies. Physicians in Nova Scotia say that they are faster to complete ~60% of the time.

No referrals required for paramedical services

They have also eliminated the need for physician referrals for paramedical services under standard insurance plans (e.g. physiotherapy, massage, orthotics). More information can be found in the CLHIA statement Standard best practice on referrals and prescriptions from physicians.

For more information about these initiatives, visit the CLHIA website or email info@clhia.ca.  

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