Will ODSP Cover the Cost of Custom Orthotics? Here's What You Need to Know!
Are you an Ontario resident receiving support through the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) and wondering if your custom orthotics can be covered?
Great news — in many cases, they can be! Here’s everything you need to know about how ODSP can help you access the foot care you need.
What is ODSP?
The Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) provides financial assistance to individuals with disabilities. This support can include help with housing, food, medical supplies, and in some cases, health-related expenses like custom orthotics.
Does ODSP Cover Custom Orthotics?
Yes — ODSP can cover the cost of custom orthotics for residents of Hamilton when they are deemed medically necessary. The key is that they must be prescribed by a licensed medical professional such as a chiropodist, podiatrist, or physician.
At our clinic, our licensed chiropodists assess your foot health and determine whether custom orthotics are the right solution for your condition, and, if so, we will deal directly with ODSP to arrange coverage for your custom orthotics.
Please note that ODSP does not cover additional treatments provided by our chiropodists, such as routine footcare or surgeries.
What Conditions Might Require Orthotics?
Custom orthotics can provide relief and improve mobility for a variety of conditions, including:
Flat feet or high arches
Plantar fasciitis
Diabetes-related foot issues
Arthritis
Chronic foot, knee, hip, or back pain
How to Apply for ODSP Orthotics Coverage
Start by booking an appointment with us! One of our chiropodists will consult with you about any foot problems you have been experiencing or have dealt with in the past, complete your biomechanical and gait analysis (Ie. an assessment of your feet and how you walk) and lastly take a 3D scan of your feet using state-of-the-art digital casting technology. This scan, along with any modifications prescribed by the Chiropodist, will be sent to the orthotic lab where your new custom orthotics will be manufactured.
We’re Here to Help.
Navigating coverage can be confusing, but you don’t have to do it alone. Collective Footcare and Orthotics has experience working with ODSP clients, and we’re happy to help guide you through the process from start to finish.
If you're receiving ODSP and are experiencing foot pain or mobility issues, don’t wait. Contact us today to book your consultation and find out if custom orthotics are right for you!
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