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Motor Vehicle Accidents (MVA’s)

Important changes have been made to Alberta’s Insurance Act Regulations. As part of these changes, new protocols have been established for the diagnosis and treatment of minor injuries associated with motor vehicle collisions. The changes and the new treatment protocols come into effect October 1, 2004.

The over-riding objective is to ensure that people who are injured in collisions receive fast and effective treatment to support their recovery. Prior to the changes in the Insurance Act Regulations, individuals who were injured in a motor vehicle collisions required approval from their insurer’s medical advisor before treatment and/or rehabilitation could begin. This could cause delays and disagreements over the type and extent of treatment required. Early diagnosis and treatment is known to speed up recovery and help individuals return to work and their normal activities of daily life.

The new process is designed to:

• Ensure that individuals with minor injuries do not have to wait for approval from their insurance company before treatment begins.
• Provide an effective process for treating people with minor injuries while, at the same time, providing an avenue for review for individuals who are not recovering as expected.

If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you are able to receive treatment immediately. Please call to schedule a comprehensive history and physical examination. For our clinic details, please click here.

For additional information, please visit www.autoinsurance.gov.ab.ca.