Insurance Providers Covering ACCT Counsellors:

 

Pacific Blue Cross: Covers services provided by ACCT counsellors under plans that include "clinical counsellors." For Pacific Blue Cross, practitioners must be registered with a recognized association in the province where the service is provided.

 

Sun Life: Includes ACCT on its approved associations list. Coverage applies if your policy specifies "Counselling" or "Psychotherapy" services.

 

Green Shield Canada: Covers ACCT members for plans that include clinical counsellors. To be covered, set up a Health Professional Provider of Service Account by filling out the application.

 

Equitable Life of Canada: Accepts all ACCT designations for members in good standing.

 

iA Financial Group (Industrial Alliance): Recognizes ACCT as an eligible association.

 

ClaimSecure: Includes ACCT on its approved associations list. Ensure your policy covers "counsellors"; if it specifies "clinical counsellors," coverage may not apply.

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Canada Life: does not have an official agreement with ACCT, however they appear to review claims on a case by case basis.

 

ManuLife: claims are reviewed on a case by case basis; they do not do a formal review of associations.

 

Steps to Confirm Your Coverage:

 

Review Your Policy: Check if your plan covers services provided by "clinical counsellors" or "counsellors." Contact Your Insurance Provider: Reach out to your insurer's customer service to confirm that sessions with an ACCT - Registered Therapeutic Counsellor are covered under your plan.

Verify Practitioner Registration: Ensure your counsellor is registered with the appropriate association.

 

Submit Claims: If your plan covers the services, submit your claims as directed by your insurance provider.

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Note: Coverage can vary based on individual policies and plan specifics. It's essential to verify the details with your insurance provider to ensure that counselling services with an ACCT - Registered Therapeutic Counsellor are included in your plan.

 

By following these steps, you can confidently navigate your insurance coverage for counselling services in British Columbia.