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Update on Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids

RCASLPNB News May 7, 2025 Update on Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids and Frequently Asked Questions The Regulatory College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of New Brunswick (RCASLPNB) is responsible for regulating audiologists and speech-language pathologists in New Brunswick. Our role is to ensure that these professionals meet standards that prioritize patient care. RCASLPNB is aware…

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Regulatory Bulletin

The April 2025 issue of the NBASLPA Regulatory Bulletin is now online! All registrants are strongly encouraged to read it. Some highlights: NEW Features Available in Alinity Getting Upstream and Mitigating Risk: Indigenous Cultural Safety, Cultural Humility, and Anti-Racism Cultural Competence – Self Reflection Scenarios By reading this regulatory bulletin, registrants can earn Continuing Education…

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PLI Requirements

🛡️ Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) Requirement Overview  All active and temporary registrants of RCASLPNB must hold Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) that meets minimum standards. 📄 PLI Requirements View or download the full PLI requirements: 📥 PLI Requirements (English) 📥 Exigences ARP (Français) ✅ Your Responsibilities You must maintain valid PLI coverage at all times while…

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Medavie Blue Cross – ePay Provider Portal

Medavie Blue Cross is pleased to announce the expansion of our ePay Provider Portal to include submission of electronic claims as well as electronic payment summaries for Medavie Blue Cross clients by 13 additional provider specialties. We will be distributing the attached bulletin to providers over the coming weeks to invite them to register on…

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Horizon Health Network – New Protocol for Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)

I am very pleased to announce that effective April 1st, 2015, Horizon Audiology Services will begin a new standardized protocol for the assessment of patients with suspected Auditory Processing Disorder (APD). Read More

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RCMP Policy change re: Speech-Langage Pathologist Visits

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) wishes to advise you of changes to their policy. Under Program of Choice (POC) 12 – Related Health Services, effective January 1, 2014 (Code 249020) Speech-Language Pathologist Visit: Pre-authorization: Not required Revised frequency: No longer applicable Prescribe: MD Revised dollar limit: $1,200.00/calendar yr

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