Physicians should familiarize themselves with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS) provincial standard of practice for MAID.
The NSHA provides a comprehensive FAQ about MAID for physicians.
If you receive a MAID request
If one of your patients has requested MAID, contact the NSHA’s Vice President of Medicine at 902-491-5892.
Doctors Nova Scotia also recommends contacting the CMPA (1-800-267-6522 or electronically via the website) and asking to speak to a physician advisor regarding MAID.
Providing MAID can be a rewarding but challenging experience. If you need support, contact the Professional Support Program at 902-468-8215 or 1-855-275-8215, or email professionalsupport@doctorsns.com.
Billing for MAID
The Fee Committee approved permanent codes for medical assistance in dying in June 2018, the billing guidelines were updated July 27, 2018.
- VIST - 03.03M - First physician assessor: 30 MSU/first 15 minutes, then 15 MSU/15 minutes, to a total of four hours
- VIST - 03.03M - Second physician assessor: 30 MSU/first 15 minutes, then 15 MSU/15 minutes, to a total of four hours
- VIST - 03.03N - Prescribing physician: 30 MSU/first 15 minutes, then 15 MSU/15 minutes, to a total of four hours
- RO=FPHN: 30 MSU/15 minutes, then 15 MSU/15 minutes, to a total of four hours
- RO=SPHN: 56 MSU
The Fee Committee continues to review travel time compensation.