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Hospital reciprocal claims guide

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This manual provides Alberta hospitals and health zones with a reference document outlining the policies, guidelines and processes for interprovincial/territorial hospital claims for insured... More ≫

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This manual provides Alberta hospitals and health zones with a reference document outlining the policies, guidelines and processes for interprovincial/territorial hospital claims for insured in-patient and outpatient hospital services.

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Allied health practitioner’s resource guide

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The purpose of this guide is to help allied health practitioners (dental surgeons, optometrists, podiatrists) and their billing staff prepare claims for services that are insured under the Alberta... More ≫

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The purpose of this guide is to help allied health practitioners (dental surgeons, optometrists, podiatrists) and their billing staff prepare claims for services that are insured under the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP), and follow up, if necessary, after claims have been assessed. The information in this guide will help users: understand what must be included on all claims to the AHCIP; ensure that data entered on a claim is up-to-date; verify a patient's health care coverage; and understand the Alberta Health Statement of Assessment and Statement of Account. This guide is designed for use in conjunction with the Schedule of Benefits.

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Physician’s resource guide

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The purpose of this guide is to help physicians and their billing staff prepare claims for services that are insured under the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP), and follow up, if... More ≫

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The purpose of this guide is to help physicians and their billing staff prepare claims for services that are insured under the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP), and follow up, if necessary, after claims have been assessed. The information in this guide will help users: understand what must be included on all claims to the AHCIP; ensure that data entered on a claim is up-to-date; verify a patient's health care coverage; and understand the Alberta Health Statement of Assessment and Statement of Account. This guide is designed for use in conjunction with the Schedule of Medical Benefits.

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Report card : status of the Trilateral Master Agreement between Alberta Health and Wellness, Alberta Medical Association, Alberta's Regional Health Authorities

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In December 2003, a groundbreaking agreement was ratified by Alberta Health and Wellness (AHW), the Alberta Medical Association (AMA) and Alberta’s Regional Health Authorities (RHAs). This... More ≫

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In December 2003, a groundbreaking agreement was ratified by Alberta Health and Wellness (AHW), the Alberta Medical Association (AMA) and Alberta’s Regional Health Authorities (RHAs). This much-anticipated agreement was heralded by the three partners as an opportunity to renew the health care system, supported with innovative investment and a unique approach to primary care, to attain the shared goal of improving access and patient care.

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Final report : Relative Value Guide Commission of Alberta

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In 1998, Alberta Health and Wellness and the Alberta Medical Association agreed to establish a new Alberta Relative Value Guide Commission. The Commission’s objective was to address longstanding... More ≫

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In 1998, Alberta Health and Wellness and the Alberta Medical Association agreed to establish a new Alberta Relative Value Guide Commission. The Commission’s objective was to address longstanding concerns about fairness and equity in the fee schedule for Alberta physicians and to establish a new Relative Value Guide for Alberta. This report presents the findings of the Commission. In addition to developing a new Relative Value Guide (RVG 2000) and making code-specific recommendations for change, the Commission also developed a comprehensive set of recommendations for implementing the new RVG 2000 and ensuring that the RVG can be maintained and updated on an ongoing basis.

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