Dr. Dueck's current hourly rate for new clients is $245, in line with the recommended fee set by the British Columbia Psychological Association. Sessions of shorter or longer duration (e.g., 30 or 90 minutes) can be arranged and are pro-rated accordingly. Telephone conversations between sessions, file reviews, third-party communications, and reports or forms exceeding ten minutes are billed in 15-minute increments at the standard hourly rate.
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Psychological services are not covered under the Medical Services Plan of BC. However, the following funding sources may be available:
Extended Health Benefits Clients with extended health benefits — or those covered under a family member's plan — may submit receipts for partial reimbursement. Please check with your insurance provider to confirm your annual coverage for services from a registered psychologist.
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RCMP, Veterans Affairs Canada, Canadian Armed Forces: Dr. Dueck is an approved mental health treatment provider with Medavie Blue Cross. If you are a member of one of these organizations, please check the Medavie Blue Cross website for additional information regarding for mental health services from a Registered Psychologist.​
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WorkSafe BC and Disability Insurance: If you are receiving short-term or long-term benefits from WorkSafe BC or a disability insurance company, psychological treatment may be funded. However, you will need to be referred to me through the insurance company and pre-approved by your case manager or adjuster.
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Income Tax Deduction: Psychologists’ fees are income tax deductible as medical expenses. Please consult your tax preparation expert for details and conditions.
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Payment
Options
Dr. Dueck will discuss payment options prior to and at your first session and will take payments at the end of each session. Payment may be made by:
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credit card
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e-transfer to dr.jayedueck@hushmail.com
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cheque
If you choose to pay by credit card, you can set this up through Dr. Dueck's secure on-line scheduling and billing platform. Upon request, further instructions on how to make credit card payments can be provided to you.
You will also receive a receipt for payments made to Dr. Dueck. If you have eligible extended health benefit information, you may be able to submit your receipts for reimbursement. At this time, Dr. Dueck is not yet set up for direct billing to insurance companies other than Medavie Blue Cross.
Making Payments
Other Information
If there are arrangements by a third party (e.g., an insurance company) to fund your assessment and/or treatment sessions, Dr. Dueck will bill the third party directly and this funding agreement will be made in advance of providing services to you. If the third-party refuses to pay for sessions or reports requested, you will be responsible for the payment.
At this time, Dr. Dueck is not yet set up for direct billing to insurance companies other than Medavie Blue Cross.
Fees are subject to increases and Dr. Dueck will provide six-weeks notice of a fee increase.
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