When you have foot pain, it can be a relief knowing you have insurance coverage to help with the cost of keeping your feet happy and healthy. However, insurance plans can be confusing and difficult to navigate, especially if it’s all new to you! We’ve got you covered, with answers to some of your most frequently asked insurance coverage questions.
When it comes to accessing the care in our clinics, a common question is whether the province’s health plan will cover the cost. Programs such as OHIP (Ontario Health Insurance Plan), HIBC (Health Insurance British Columbia), Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) and MSI (Medical Services Insurance) typically do not cover the items or services offered at BioPed for your foot health.
Cork footbeds have several benefits when it comes to orthopaedic support, but how do you clean them at home? Rather than buying a new pair, you can keep them clean with our home remedy! All you’ll need for this is baking soda, an old toothbrush, a washcloth and some water.
With compression socks becoming more popular, it is important to ensure that you are putting them on properly. Putting them on however can sometimes be very difficult, especially if you are unable to reach your feet easily or if you have restrictions when it comes to mobility. Here are a few tips that you can try to use when putting on compression socks to help make the process easier!
Our feet carry us all day, every day, through life, yet we often neglect their care until they demand our attention. This May, let's prioritize foot health and make strides towards happier, healthier feet.
At BioPed Footcare, one of the most common questions we get asked is whether or not our services and products are covered by OHIP (Ontario Health Insurance Plan), HIBC (Health Insurance British Columbia) and MSI (Medical Services Insurance).
If you have ever considered getting custom orthotics to help with foot, knee, or back discomfort, you might have one important question: Does third-party insurance cover products like this? In short, yes, but it is plan dependent and there could be limitations or requirements from the insurance company. Understanding third-party insurance can be confusing. This blog will break it down so that you can make an informed decision and keep Doing More!
Foot pain, knee pain, and foot care - all reasons to visit a BioPed clinic! At BioPed clinics, you could have an assessment with a Chiropodist, Pedorthist or Footcare Nurse. Each role is vital to our foot care team, and we hope to clarify the differences.
It’s the 3rd period, you’re lining up for the final shot, ready to make the game winning play…BUT you have foot pain that’s been bothering you all day!
If your heels hurt, the cause of the pain may be Plantar Fasciitis! This term is so commonly used… but what does it even mean? Let’s dive into what the Plantar Fascia is, and why it could be the cause of your heel pain!
Our BioPed network has helped over 1 million Canadians, with more than 85 clinics across Canada in our 40 plus year history. We know that there are many footcare providers out there to choose from.
