Canadian genetic healthcare professionals' attitudes towards discussing private pay options with patients.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Just as there is inconsistency with respect to coverage of genomic testing with insurance carriers, there is interprovincial discrepancy in Canada. Consequently, the option of private pay (e.g., self pay) arises, which can lead to inequities in access, particularly when patients may not be aware of this option. There are currently no published data regarding how the Canadian genetics community handles discussions of private pay options with patients. The purpose of this study was to assess the attitudes of genetic healthcare professionals (GHPs: medical geneticists, genetic counselors, and genetic nurses) practicing in Canada toward these discussions.

Methods

An online survey was distributed to members of the Canadian College of Medical Geneticists and the Canadia

SUBMITTER: Di Gioacchino V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6465662 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature