US EditionAlberta gov’t mulls plan to allow doctors to work publicly, privately or both, according to reporting
Proposed legislation would create new physician categories and allow private billing for some services, raising concerns over equity and access, with CMA warning of longer wait times.
- Alberta's cabinet is considering legislative changes that would allow doctors to work under both public and private health systems at their discretion.
- Lorian Hardcastle stated that these changes may prioritize patient access based on the ability to pay, potentially increasing wait times for those with serious conditions.
- The Canadian Medical Association warned that if the plan proceeds, Albertans may face longer waiting times for health care based on its year-long study with over 10,000 stakeholders.
- Premier Danielle Smith indicated that the changes aim to improve flexibility for doctors and reduce wait times for public surgeries, but critics warn it could worsen health outcomes for patients.
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Debate takes place at Alberta legislature over private versus public health care
At the legislature Tuesday, the Alberta government and the Opposition debated the possibility of a hybrid health-care model that could allow people to see doctors via the public system or by paying out of pocket in a private system. Travis McEwan looks at the debate and how the model could impact health-care issues like wait times.
Smith details Alberta plans to open door for doctors to work publicly and privately
EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is offering details of her government's plan to introduce legislation to let doctors choose to work in the public and private health systems simultaneously.
Smith details Alberta plans to open door for doctors to work publicly and privately
EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is offering details of her government's plan to introduce legislation to let doctors choose to work in the public and private health systems simultaneously.
Alberta Vows Patients Will Never ‘Have to Pay’ for Healthcare as Report Says Province Planning Public-Private Parallel System
The government of Alberta says it remains committed to ensuring that residents do not have to pay out-of-pocket for medical care, as a recent news report suggested the province is planning legislation that would allow doctors to provide services in both the public and private healthcare systems. “We remain committed to upholding Alberta’s Public Health Care Guarantee, ensuring that under no circumstances will any Albertan ever have to pay out-of…
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