Alberta to Permit Private Payments for Diagnostic and Screening Services

Alberta plans to allow out-of-pocket payments for diagnostic and preventive tests like MRIs and CT scans without a doctor’s order, aiming to ease public health resources and improve early detection. While some support the initiative, critics warn it may lead to inequities in care and strain the public system, as skilled technicians might prefer better-paying private roles.

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