Doctors in Ontario won't be able to bill the Ministry of Health for telemedicine services they've been providing during the COVID-19 pandemic for several weeks, adding to financial uncertainty at some of the province's clinics. They have seen a "considerable uptake, demonstrating a clear need" for telemedicine, her office said; however, doctors say the new codes haven't been added to the province's billing system. Doctors negotiating with provinceSohail Gandhi, president of the Ontario Medical Association (OMA), said the delays are "inappropriate." The Orléans Urgent Care Centre has experienced a drop in patient visits during the implementation of physical distancing rules related to COVID-19. Dr. Raymond Aubin, with the Orleans Urgent Care Clinic, says the centre is facing a monthly shortfall of around $30,000 amid a decrease in patient volume.

Source: CBC News April 15, 2020 07:52 UTC