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Improve the way your body moves so you can continue to do the things you love. Here are 5 questions to consider when choosing the best physiotherapy clinic:
Treatments are covered by most insurance plans and can direct bill your insurance company when available.
If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident (MVA) in Alberta, you are entitled to accident benefits coverage under the Motor Vehicles Act, regardless of whether you were at fault. The amount of coverage that you receive will depend on the type of injury that you have sustained.
If you have been in a car accident you should contact your insurance company to let them know. Then book an appointment immediately with a physiotherapist to get an early assessment.
The good news is that you don’t have to seek approval of the insurer to get an assessment. The physiotherapy clinic will bill the automobile insurer directly so you can focus on recovering and not on administrative hassles.
Treatment length is usually 10 – 12 weeks for car accident injuries. There is a large variance and you may only require a couple of visits or you may require years of treatment depending on the extent of your injuries. Under Section B Accident Benefits your insurance company is required to cover all reasonable expenses incurred within 2 years from the date of the accident for necessary physiotherapy and other medical services that are essential for rehabilitation.
Injured at work? Then you may be eligible to have your entire treatment covered by WCB.
If you have injured yourself at work you and your employee need to fill out a WCB claim. You can then go for an assessment at an approved WCB physiotherapy clinic. The initial physiotherapy examination and first treatment will be paid for by WCB.
Further physiotherapy treatment is only approved once the claim is accepted. If approved, the WCB may authorize physiotherapy treatment for up to six weeks. That means you won’t be required to pay anything out of your own pocket and your treatment will be free.
There is limited coverage from Alberta Health Services for physiotherapy.
An assessment at a clinic that provides provincial funding is required to determine if you are eligible. To find AHS-funded physiotherapy services, visit Alberta Health Service’s website and search for “physiotherapy.”
This program provides early, limited intervention (3-7 visits) for clients that have had a recent decline in their function following musculoskeletal (i.e. muscle/joint) injury or surgery. Physiotherapy treatment and teaching will be offered to help decrease pain, increase strength and flexibility and manage daily activities.
Physiotherapy is normally included in employer or purchased health benefit plans. Coverage varies from plan to plan and can range from $500 to unlimited so you need to look into the details of your health coverage. Some insurers require a referral from a doctor to access your physiotherapy coverage.
Most clinics offer direct billing so they will manage the administration of reimbursement for you so you can focus your efforts on your treatment instead of managing paperwork.
The fees for physiotherapy services vary depending on the type of treatment, your condition, and time that is required. Some clinics offer more specialized services and do charge more per session.
Assessments: $105 to $180
Treatments $75 – $140
You will always be told the cost of the services when you book your first appointment and the therapist will give you a detailed treatment plan including expectations and costs after your initial assessment.
Direct billing is the physiotherapy clinic taking on the tedious task of submitting your claim to your insurance company for you!
Take advantage of the clinics that provide this service for you. It is a huge time saver for you and you won’t have to submit claims after every visit. The insurance company pays the physiotherapy clinic directly for your treatment. Depending on your health care coverage only part of your treatment may be covered so you will need to pay for the portion that the insurance doesn’t cover.
If none of the above funded options are available to you then you will have to pay out of your own pocket.
Prices will vary depending on the type of assessment, injury and time that is required. Physiotherapists that have taken additional education and require certification for specialized skills will charge more per visit.
Assessments: $105 to $180
Treatments $75 – $140
You will always be told the cost of the services when you book your first appointment and then the therapist will give you a detailed treatment plan including expectations and costs after your initial assessment.
Beltline is a neighbourhood in Calgary located in the south of Calgary’s Downtown. It is home to hundreds of distinctive businesses, making it one of Calgary’s most popular neighbourhoods. Beltline is one of Calgary’s most highly populated and urban neighbourhoods. It’s known as one of Calgary’s main hotspots for varied nightlife, eateries, and urban culture.
Edgemont is considered as the largest community in Calgary, located in the northwest. It has stunning views of the surrounding mountains and city, as well as a variety of recreational areas, sports facilities, and children’s playgrounds. It provides a peaceful environment and is very accessible to parks and scenic green spaces.
West Spring is a residential neighbourhood in Calgary’s southwest that is one of the city’s newer communities. It has a wide range of big and well-equipped residences. Shoppers Drug Mart and Scotiabank are among the key tenants at West Springs, making it a desirable retail destination.
Signal Hill is an affluent neighborhood in the city’s west zone. Sienna Hills and Signal Ridge are two residential areas within it. It is always in great demand due to its nearby schools, city and mountain views, and closeness to shopping and leisure. Residents here enjoy wonderful panoramic views of the city and mountains because it is located on an elevated plateau.
Arbour Lake is renowned as the “all-in-one” community. Among the features are a natural lake teeming with rainbow trout, neighborhood parks, beautiful mountain views, and a bike and walking track cut through rolling hills. It’s a well-establishe neighborhood. Throughout the year, the Arbour Lake Community Centre, located in the heart of the community, offers a range of programs.
Saddle Ridge is a neighbourhood in Calgary located near the Calgary International Airport. Many people who have recently immigrated to Canada have made Saddle Ridge their home, making it a very varied community. It has a big population which makes it the 3rd largest community in Calgary.
Cranston is a residential and commercial neighbourhood in Calgary. It has a lot of community amenities which includes the Cranston market that provides the residents a variety of shops and restaurants. Cranston is a very accessible neighbourhood which is served by Calgary Transit Bus.
Tuscany is a neighbourhood in Calgary located in the western edge of the city. The enticing foothills of nature and the hustling and bustling heart of the city are both easily accessible from this neighbourhood. You can reach restaurants, retail malls, and recreational facilities in a matter of minutes because of the bus and LRT routes that are available in Tuscany.
Panorama Hills is a well established neighbourhood in Calgary. This picture-perfect neighborhood of Panorama Hills is bordered on all sides by lush greenery. It is surrounded by a variety of parks, playgrounds, bike lanes, and a wonderful community center that includes a water park.
These are the other upcoming neighborhoods in Calgary: Abbeydale, Acadia, Albert Park/Radisson Heights, Altadore, Alyth/Bonnybrook, Applewood Park, Aspen Woods, Auburn Bay, Aurora Business Park, Banff Trail, Bankview, Bayview, Beddington, Bel-Aire, Bonavista Downs, Bowness, Braeside, Brentwood, Bridgeland/Riverside, Bridlewood, Britannia, Burns Industrial, Calgary International Airport, Cambrian Heights, Canada Olympic Park, Canyon Meadows, Capitol Hill, Castleridge, Cedarbrae, CFB Currie, CFB Lincoln Park PMQ, Chaparral, Charleswood, Chinatown, Chinook Park, Christie Park, Citadel, Cityscape, Cliff Bungalow, Coach Hill, Collingwood, Copperfield, Coral Springs, Cougar Ridge, Country Hills, Country Hills Village, Coventry Hills, Crescent Heights, Crestmont, Dalhousie, Deer Ridge, Deer Run, Deerfoot Business Centre, Diamond Cove, Discovery Ridge, Douglasdale/Glen, Dover , Downtown Commercial Core, Downtown East Village, Downtown West End, Eagle Ridge, East Fairview Industrial, East Shepard Industrial, Eastfield, Eau Claire, Elbow Park, Elboya, Erin Woods, Erlton SW/SE Centre, Evanston, Evergreen, Fairview, Fairview Industrial, Falconridge, Fish Creek Park, Foothills, Forest Heights, Forest Lawn, Forest Lawn Industrial, Franklin, Glamorgan, Glenbrook, Glendale, Glendeer Business Park, Glenmore Park, Golden Triangle, Great Plains, Greenview, Greenview Industrial Park, Greenwood/Greenbriar, Hamptons, Harvest Hills, Hawkwood, Haysboro , Hidden Valley, Highfield, Highland Park, Highwood , Hillhurst, Horizon, Hotchkiss, Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hil, Huntington Hills, Inglewood, Kelvin Grove, Killarney/Glengarry, Kincora, Kingsland, Lake Bonavista, Lakeview , Legacy, Lincoln Park , Lower Mount Royal, MacEwan Glen, Mahogany, Manchester, Manchester Industrial, Maple Ridge, Marlborough, Marlborough Park, Martindale, Mayfair, Mayland, Mayland Heights, McCall, McKenzie Lake, McKenzie Towne, Meadowlark Park, Meridian, Midnapore, Millrise, Mission, Monterey Park , Montgomery, Mount Pleasant, New Brighton, Nolan Hill, North Airways, North Glenmore Park, North Haven, North Haven Upper, Nose Hill Park, Oakridge, Ogden, Ogden Shops, Palliser, Parkdale, Parkhill, Parkland, Patterson, Pegasus, Penbrooke Meadows, Pineridge, Point Mckay, Pump Hill, Queens Park Village, Queensland, Ramsay, Ranchlands, Red Carpet, Redstone, Renfrew, Residual Ward, Richmond, Rideau Park, Riverbend, Rocky Ridge, Rosedale, Rosemont, Rosscarrock, Roxboro, Royal Oak, Royal Vista, Rundle, Rutland Park, Sage Hill, Sandstone Valley, Scarboro, Scarboro/Sunalta West, Scenic Acres, Seton, Shaganappi, Shawnee Slopes, Shawnessy, Shepard Industrial, Sherwood , Silver Springs, Silverado, Skyline East, Skyline West, Skyview Ranch, Somerset , South Airways, South Calgary, South Foothills, Southview, Southwood, Springbank Hill, Spruce Cliff, St. Andrews Heights, Starfield, Stonegate Landing, Stoney, Strathcona Park, Sunalta , Sundance, Sunnyside, Sunridge, Taradale, Temple, Thorncliffe, Tuxedo Park, University Heights, University of Calgary, Upper Mount Royal, Valley Ridge, Valleyfield , Varsity, Vista Heights, Walden, West Hillhurst, Westgate, Westwinds, Whitehorn, Wildwood, Willow Park, Windsor Park, Winston Heights/Mountview, Woodbine and Woodlands.
Your treatments are covered by most insurance plans. Most clinics in Calgary also direct bill your insurance company when available.
There are a few different ways to get your best physiotherapy treatments covered in Calgary, Alberta.
Were you injured at work?
Then you may be eligible to have your entire treatment covered by WCB. If you have injured yourself at work you and your employee need to fill out a WCB claim. You can then go for an assessment at an approved WCB physiotherapy clinic. The
initial physiotherapy examination and first treatment will be paid for by WCB.
Further physiotherapy treatment is only approved once the claim is accepted. If approved, the WCB may authorize physiotherapy treatment for up to six weeks. That means you won’t be required to pay anything out of your own pocket and your treatment will be free.
Are you covered under Alberta Health Services?
There is limited coverage from Alberta Health Services for physiotherapy. An assessment at a clinic that provides provincial funding is required to determine if you are eligible. To find AHS-funded physiotherapy services, visit Alberta Health Service’s
website and search for “physiotherapy.” This program provides early, limited intervention (3-7 visits) for clients that have had a recent decline in their function following musculoskeletal (i.e. muscle/joint) injury or surgery. Physiotherapy treatment and teaching will be offered to help decrease pain, increase strength and flexibility and manage daily activities.
Are you covered under Employer Insurance Benefits?
Physiotherapy is normally included in employer or purchased health benefit plans. Coverage varies from plan to plan and can range from $500 to unlimited so you need to look into the details of your health coverage. Some insurers require a referral from a doctor to access your physiotherapy coverage. Most clinics offer direct billing so they will manage the administration of reimbursement for you so you can focus your efforts on your treatment instead of managing paperwork.
Yes!
The best way to replicate the physical therapy you get at a clinic in your home is to let your physiotherapist treat you virtually. Your physical therapist can assess how you move, look at your work set up, look how you have set up your home exercise station and watch you do them. They can then give you specific tweaks and suggestions to make sure you can continue toward achieving your goals.
Physiotherapy Video visits (also known as virtual visits) are now covered by most major insurance providers just the same way as an in-clinic session would be.
There are a large variety of injuries involving many different joints and muscles that physiotherapists typically treat in Calgary, Alberta.
Here are some of the most common ones that physiotherapists see on a regular basis:
This appointment is your opportunity to tell us what hurts and discover whether physiotherapy or chiropractic care is a good fit for you! During this session, you will talk with a physiotherapist or chiropractor on a phone all (or online) and create the right care plan specifically for your pain. There is no obligation. This session is to find out whether physiotherapy or chiropractic care can help you get back to doing the things you love in life.
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