Export USA Webinar: How to Get Your Medical Products and Services Reimbursed by U.S. Healthcare Insurers – March 4

(Foreign Affairs & International Trade Canada)

In order for your medical products and services to be successful south of the border, U.S. insurance companies must include them in their reimbursement schemes. Canadian businesses wishing to seek U.S. opportunities in this niche market need to understand the relationship between healthcare providers, patients and insurance companies.

This webinar will provide insight into various aspects of the U.S. insurance industry’s healthcare coverage. You’ll learn all about the industry’s coding, coverage and reimbursement practices in order to develop an effective business strategy for this market.

By participating in the webinar, you will:

• Learn about the different types of coverage and various codes required by healthcare institutions (e.g., clinics and hospitals);

• Understand what your clients need to do to get your products and services reimbursed;

• Learn more about the various claim delivery forms available; and what is required to secure the payment of a healthcare claim.

Date: Thursday, March 4, 2010
Time: 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. EST (Ottawa Time)
Cost: Free

The presentations will be followed by a 20-minute Q&A period. The presentations will be in English but the speakers will take questions in both English and French.

Through the Virtual Trade Commissioner, the webinar will be made available for on-demand viewing following the live session. Participants may also download the presentation slides, in both French and English.

Please register by March 3, 2010, here. For additional information, please email TCS-Webinar.GNC@international.gc.ca.