As an Associate member some of the smaller insurance companies may cover treatments provided by you, however we cannot guarantee this as they may change their therapist credential requirements at any time.
Most insurance companies require that those providing Massage Therapy services have fulfilled a standard 2200 hour program, or it’s equivalent. As associate members of CMMOTA this requirement has not yet been fulfilled.
With Telus Health, your clients can submit claims, however you are not able to direct bill, you will not have any online billing privileges until you have completed your 2200 hour program and upgraded your membership to Full Massage Therapist or Registered Massage Therapist.
Blue Cross, Greenshield, Manulife, Great West Life, Equitable and Sunlife have formally stated that they will not cover you until you have completely finished your second year of massage training.
As a Associate Massage Therapist it is your responsibility to let your clients know this information prior to providing treatment.