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ICBC and car accident massage

If you have been in a car accident, you can start massage therapy right away, and you do not need a doctor's referral. RMT Metrotown in Metrotown treats ICBC claims and bills ICBC directly, so you can focus on recovering instead of chasing paperwork. Under ICBC's Enhanced Care, you are entitled to a set number of massage therapy visits after a crash without pre-approval.

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How ICBC massage therapy works

After a motor vehicle accident, ICBC covers massage therapy as part of your recovery. Here is the short version of how it goes with us:

  • Report your accident to ICBC and get your claim number
  • Book an appointment and bring your claim number and date of accident
  • We bill ICBC directly for your covered visits
  • Your therapist assesses your injuries and builds a treatment plan

You have a window of time after the accident to begin treatment under the pre-approved visits, so it helps to start sooner rather than later.

What we treat after a car accident

Car accidents strain the body in ways that show up over days, not minutes. We commonly treat:

  • Whiplash and neck stiffness
  • Upper back and shoulder tension
  • Lower back pain
  • Headaches that started after the crash
  • Reduced movement and general soreness

Your therapist assesses what the accident affected and treats within what is safe for the stage of healing, adjusting as you improve.

Do I need a referral for ICBC massage?

No. You can book massage therapy directly after an accident within your pre-approved visits. If your treatment needs to continue beyond that, we help you with what ICBC requires.

Common questions about ICBC massage

How many massage visits does ICBC cover?

Enhanced Care includes a number of pre-approved massage therapy visits after an accident. The exact number can change, so confirm your current entitlement with ICBC, and we can help you understand it.

What do I bring to my first appointment?

Your ICBC claim number and date of accident, plus any details about your injuries. That is enough for us to start and to bill ICBC directly.

What if my accident was a while ago?

You may still be covered, though the pre-approved window is time-limited. Get in touch with your claim details and we will help you check.

Can I use both ICBC and my extended health?

In some cases coverage can be coordinated. Bring both sets of details and we will work out how your visits are billed.

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Tell us what is going on and we will point you to the right session length or therapist.

Prefer to talk? Call (604) 555-0148 or book online directly.