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* Massage therapy is covered by most private and group plans . However , not all massage therapists are recognized practitioners . Check with your insurer to confirm the eligibility and certification requirements of your plan .
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Added Protection
Albertans are privileged to enjoy the benefits of public health insurance . But today ’ s healthcare needs are more complex than ever ; at times you ’ ll want more than the basics . AMA offers a variety of supplemental insurance options to help you bear the costs of essential healthcare needs and unexpected medical challenges .
Extended Health helps pay for products and services — such as
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prescription medicine , massage therapy , psychologist visits , root canals or eyeglasses — that aren ’ t covered by Alberta health . it ’ s especially useful for those who are selfemployed , or who are employed but not covered under a group plan .
Critical Illness A lump sum , typically between $ 50,000 and $ 200,000 , is paid out to help ease the financial burden of recovering from a major illness or medical event . there are
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no conditions on how the money is spent .
Disability A monthly tax-free benefit based on your salary if illness or injury prevents you from working . Disability is often included as part of group employment benefits plans , but make sure that you ’ re covered if you can ’ t perform your “ regular occupation .” otherwise , if you ’ re an arborist who can no longer climb trees but you are able to pour a cup of coffee ,
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