The Department of Health has stated that there are neither plans nor the resources to make laser eye treatment available on the NHS. It is also unlikely that those with private health insurance would reclaim their fees.

To keep premiums to a minimum, some Australia hospital and extras covers have 'Waiting Periods', 'Exclusions' and 'Restricted Benefits' that apply. Though these terms sound confusing, they are pretty much self-explanatory. For example: If your hospital cover has a one year Waiting Period on pre-existing ailments, it means that you cannot claim for any hospital stay relating to that ailment in your first year of Australia membership.

First of all, do you have health insurance. If you don’t, you will obviously have to cover the treatment costs on your own. Secondly, even if you do have health insurance, there is no guarantee that your treatment costs will be covered. Don’t make any assumptions about this.

We do not participate in any HMOs, managed care plans or other insurance plans. However, most patients may be able to obtain at least partial reimbursement for our services as an out-of-network provider. Please check with your insurance provider.

Yes. Take a look at your parent's feet; now look at your feet. Do you see any similarities? If you do not want your feet to look like your mom's or dad's -- with bunions, contracted toes, thick toenails, flat arches -- then a consultation with a podiatrist is recommended to give you preventative measures to control your foot destiny.

Yes. You can have everything you may need to keep your mouth healthy under the NHS. However, you can choose to have some of your treatment provided privately. You may want to have a treatment which is not necessary to your dental health, such as cosmetic treatment. You can choose to have these treatments privately. Talk to your dentist about it before deciding which option suits you best.

We don't know if ICX-TRC will be available on the NHS, however most procedures regarded as "cosmetic" are not covered by NHS or medical insurance.

Bedwetting is a recognized medical condition and is just as legitimate as diabetes, asthma or heart disease. The cost of medical care for bedwetting, which includes the treatments in the Try for Dry system, is covered by most insurance companies. Be very careful of treatments that do not discuss or allow for insurance reimbursement.

All students are strongly encouraged to have adequate health and accident insurance and carry health insurance identification cards at all times to expedite any medical treatment. A student health insurance plan is available to all UTSA students. For information on coverage, costs, and applications contact Student Resources online at www.studentresources.com, or by calling 1-800-767-0700. The health policy can be purchased by the semester or annually.

Some insurance companies have reimbursed patients for all or part of the treatment costs. At the end of the treatment program patients receive an itemized statement, which they submit to their healthcare provider. The patient must inquire with his/her insurance company directly regarding policy coverage and procedure for reimbursement. We can recommend a company that assists patients in their negotiations with their healthcare provider.

In many cases, Activa DBS is covered by insurance programs. On April 1, 2003, Medicare issued a national coverage decision authorizing all Medicare carriers to cover Activa DBS for Parkinson's Control. Call us at 1-877-438-3574 for more information and assistance in obtaining insurance coverage.

HMR Program fees, associated medical fees and food costs are not typically covered by health insurance plans.

If you have a medical/dental plan that covers psychological services, my services are most likely covered by your plan. I am a registered member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario. Please check your plan to find how much coverage is offered for psychological services. Some plans require a note from the family doctor recommending counselling services. Most doctors are happy to make a brief referral for counselling when you ask them to.

Yes, I am covered by all plans that include massage therapy, excluding that of Veteran Affairs Canada and RCMP.

Private medical insurance only pays for treatment done on patients admitted to hospital and classed as an "inpatient". As none of the assisted reproduction treatment programmes require hospital admission, they are not covered by private medical insurance.

Most private insurance companies partially or fully cover massages performed by a certified massage therapist. Each certified massage therapist has his/her own unique registration number, which your insurance company will require. In order for you to claim your treatment, this registration number must appear on your receipt. All Member Spas' massage therapists are Certified Massage Therapists, and are able to provide you with a receipt upon request.

Most insurance companies do not offer reimbursement for cosmetic procedures. However, consult your practitioner for more information.

Radiation therapy with internal radiation is an accepted treatment for breast cancer and is covered by most insurers. Specific coverage for the MammoSite RTS will depend on a patient's individual health care plan.

No. General dental services, including wisdom tooth extractions, are not covered by the NYU-sponsored plans. You may purchase the Stu-Dent Plan which is provided by the NYU Dental Faculty Practice located at 418 Lafayette St., Suite 350. Please call (212) 443-1313 if you have questions related to services and rates.