Uninsured BC MSP Services
The Clinic would like to bring to the attention of patients seeking care through the Veridian Wellness Clinics the limits of services provided by BC MSP and the acknowledgement that there may be services which the patient would like to access which are not covered under BC MSP, called “uninsured services.” In cases where the patient requests or the staff of the Veridian Wellness Clinics deem that an uninsured service(s) is(are) applicable, the Veridian Wellness Clinics will inform patients of any associated fee, and only if the patient and the staff of the Clinics both agree to such fees will the patient be charged for the uninsured services.
Please refer to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC on the above issue:
“MSP covers most medical fees for services provided by your physician, however, there are some medical services (referred to as uninsured services) that may not be covered by MSP or other insurers. Examples of uninsured services include the completion of certificates and forms, tests required for employment or driving a motor vehicle, and elective cosmetic procedures.” For your reference, please see the following: https://www.cpsbc.ca/public/public-resources/what-expect/charging-uninsured-services
If you are insured under BC MSP, you will NOT be billed privately for services that are insured by BC MSP. Private billing will apply only when the service is not insured by BC MSP.
Veridian Wellness Clinics Fees & Policies
FEES
VWC Psychiatry Clinic
In British Columbia, BC MSP covers visits with a psychiatrist. You must have an active BC MSP number to be covered by MSP to see a psychiatrist for either a consultation visit or follow up visits. However, no-shows or late cancellations for psychiatry appointments are NOT covered by BC MSP. Patients must pay for any no show or late cancellation fees out of pocket. Please review our cancellation policy toward the bottom of this page.
Please see the following late cancellation/missed appointment fee schedule for VWC’s psychiatry services, which is subject to change without notice:
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$400 for a 30-minute initial standard consultation appointment
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$400 for a 50-minute individual follow-up appointment
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$200 for a 25-minute individual follow up appointment
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$200 for a group medical visit appointment
If a missed-appointment or late cancellation fee is incurred by the patient, VWC will charge the credit card on the patient’s file. All missed appointment fees must be paid before patients will be able to book another appointment.
Please refer to guidance put forth by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC on missed appointment fees for psychiatry:
"Can you be charged for a missed appointment?
You may be charged for a missed appointment only if your physician has warned you about this in advance and has a cancellation process in place."
https://www.cpsbc.ca/public/public-resources/what-expect/charging-uninsured-services
VWC Psychology Clinic
It is important to note that in British Columbia, BC MSP does NOT cover appointments or services with psychologists or registered clinical counsellors at this time. However, most extended health insurance plans provide coverage for appointments with registered psychologists, registered clinical counselors, and/or clinicians working under the supervision of a registered psychologist or counsellor. Therefore, a portion of the fee to see a psychologist, counsellor or clinician under supervision may be covered by your extended health benefits plan. You will need to check with your extended health benefits plan to determine how much coverage you have.
Please see the following fee schedule for VWC’s psychology services, which is subject to change:
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$235 for a 50 minute short-term ADHD/executive functioning skills therapy session
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$235 for a 50 minute short-term DBT skills therapy session
Please see the following late cancellation/missed appointment/late arrival fee schedule for VWC’s psychology services, which is subject to change without notice:
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$117.50 for a for a 30-minute appointment
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$235 for a 50-minute appointment
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$293.75 for a 75-minute appointment
If a missed appointment, late arrival, or late cancellation fee is incurred by the patient, VWC will charge the credit card on the patient’s file. All missed appointment fees must be paid before patients will be able to book another appointment.
Please review our cancellation policy towards the bottoms of this page.
VWC ADHD Clinic
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The psychological assessment portion of the VWC combined psychiatric and psychological ADHD assessments is $1,500
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Patients may be subject to additional charges if they have a more complicated mental health history and the psychologist determines that additional testing is required to complete the psychological portion of the ADHD assessment. Patients will be informed of such additional charges in the intake session and may choose to discontinue the assessment.
VWC Rapid Access Assessment Clinic
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The psychological assessment portion of the VWC Combined psychiatric and psychological diagnostic assessments are $500
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Patients may be subject to additional charges if they have a more complicated mental health history and the psychologist determines that additional testing is required to complete the psychological portion of their assessment. Patients will be informed of such additional charges in the intake session and may choose to discontinue the assessment.
VWC rTMS Clinic
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Due to the variability between patients, please complete a consultation with the psychiatrist to determine the appropriate treatment protocol and the associated costs
VWC CANCELLATION POLICY
It is our policy at Veridian Wellness Clinics that we require 48 business hours (i.e., excluding weekend and statutory holiday hours) to cancel or change an appointment. Patients can cancel or change their appointment by emailing or calling the clinic. If you were referred, then you would have received email communications from Veridian Wellness Clinics, and can communicate with us through email.
Clinic Phone: 778-366-2661
Patients are responsible for paying for ALL missed appointments or late cancelation fees. Please note that BC MSP does NOT cover late cancellations or missed appointments with the psychiatrist. The late cancellation/no show policy applies to any and all appointments at Veridian Wellness Clinics. You will be charged your clinician’s respective fee should you arrive late, miss, or provide a late cancellation of your appointment. Please see information about our Fees above to determine what the cancellation fee will be for your specific appointment(s).
Please note that by booking and agreeing to an appointment with the clinicians of the Veridian Wellness Clinics, you are agreeing to the late cancellation & no-show policy. If you DO NOT agree with the policy, please do not proceed with booking an appointment with The Veridian Wellness Clinics.