Variation in Availability of Continuous Ambulatory Electrocardiographic Monitors Across Canadian Provinces.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Continuous ambulatory electrocardiographic (ECG) monitors are essential for diagnosing cardiac arrhythmias. In Canada, individual provinces dictate access to and reimbursement for these services. This study examines variations in access to continuous ambulatory ECG monitoring in Canada.

Methods

We reviewed publicly available provincial schedules of benefits, to identify the durations of continuous ambulatory ECG monitoring reimbursed across Canadian provinces. We abstracted data on the duration, modality, and reimbursement criteria for monitoring services. Additionally, at least one specialist from each province provided information on the types of monitors available, their accessibility, and further information on local reimbursement processes.

Results

We

SUBMITTER: Saleh A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12457198 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature