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Insurance brokerage refers to the business of giving people or organizations independent advice about what insurance is available from different companies and helping them to decide on the best plan and provider for their specific needs.

Interprofessional Spine Assessment and Education Clinics (ISAEC) are specialized clinics that provide care to help Ontarians manage their low back pain and related symptoms. ISAEC clinic services are funded by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and are fully covered by OHIP. Patients receive rapid low back assessments, education and evidence-based self-management plans. The ISAEC model is an innovative, upstream, shared-care model, designed to help combat the unmanageable chronic low back pain and reduce [...]

Legislation refers to statutes enacted by the elected members of the legislature through the parliamentary process, as well as the regulations that are set out to assist in their application and interpretation.

Machine learning refers to the ability of a machine to change its behaviour based on the accumulation of new data or ‘experience.’ This includes a range of different learning techniques, such as supervised, unsupervised and deep learning. Algorithms associated with these techniques enable systems to: Autonomously control machines like driverless cars Make predictions about things like consumer preferences Support health care professionals in clinical decision-making by incorporating previous data on similar diagnoses, medication history, practices [...]

Medical expense tax credit is a non-refundable tax credit that you can use to reduce the tax you pay to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Money spent on eligible items is considered non-taxable income. Therefore, it reduces the dollar amount of the taxable portion of the income you report.

Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) is an independent federal government agency responsible for federally regulated financial institutions, such as banks, investment companies, insurance providers and pension plans. OSFI is tasked with regulating and supervising these entities to determine whether they are in good financial condition and meeting their requirements.

Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) is the publicly administered, tax-funded insurance plan through which the province of Ontario pays for many physicians, hospital-based, home and community care services.

Orthotics refers to the branch of health care that deals with the provision and use of artificial devices, such as splints and braces. Shoe orthotics are inserts that are prescribed to treat foot, leg or back problems by supporting and aligning the foot.