Services & Investments

* Will be performed during the initial chiropractic exam visit, and at every re-evaluation.

The Government of Ontario had announced that, on December 1, 2004, after 30 years of assisting chiropractic patients by providing partial funding, has withdrawn that assistance. This shifts part of the cost, $11.75 per initial visit and $9.65 per subsequent visit (to a maximum of $150 per year), from OHIP to patients.

Like several other health services that are not OHIP funded (e.g. dentistry, psychology) chiropractic remains an important part of the health care system and your health care team. You will continue to receive the highest quality care and attention we can provide.

Many health insurance plans cover chiropractic. Check your plan or speak to the plan administer to determine how your treatment may be paid for.

Many companies now offer coverage for chiropractic care from the very first visit! Please check your insurance policy for up to date information regarding coverage.

1. Does the plan provide for coverage for chiropractic services? This is often included under paramedical services.

2. How much of my chiropractor's fee will be paid by the EHC plan? Coverage may be:

an amount per visit (i.e. $40 per visit), or
a percentage of your chiropractor's fee (i.e. 80% of the fee), or
your plan may provide for a deductible, either a portion of the individual fee (i.e. $10/visit) or a set amount per year before coverage begins.

3. Is there an annual limit on my chiropractic coverage? Many plans will limit the total spending on chiropractic care (i.e. a maximum expenditure per year).

Let your employer and/or union know that chiropractic coverage is important to you. Also tell them the level of coverage for chiropractic services you wish to be included in your EHC plan.

What is the role of my chiropractor in dealing with my EHC plan?
Your chiropractor is there to provide important health care services to you. This is his most important role. He will also help you to understand the fees associated with chiropractic care and will provide you with the information necessary to allow you to submit your chiropractic expenses to your EHC plan. If you have additional questions, be sure to ask your chiropractor.

Custom Orthotics are also covered by most Private and Work Health Care Plans. We can prepare necessary statements to assist you in making coverage claims.