Description
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The main parts required for the day-to-day operation of the cochlear implant are :
The repair and maintenance costs for these parts are covered by :
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the CHU de Québec-UL for users from eastern Québec.
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the CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal, installation Raymond-Dewar for users from western Québec.
Cochlear implantation in Québec is part of the technical aid programs of the Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux (MSSS). As such, the CHU must comply with the guidelines issued by the MSSS. In accordance with these guidelines, the equipment (sound processor and accessories) does not belong to the cochlear implant user but is given to them on long-term loan. Cochlear implant users may not exchange the sound processor received from the CHU for a more recent model from an implant company.
However, the CHU de Québec-UL will cover the cost of an upgrade in the following two situations :
In the case of sequential bilateral implantation (both ears), the upgrading of the sound processor received during the first surgery is subject to these same conditions.
Loss, fire and theft
All companies offer loss, fire and theft coverage on sound processors during the first five years after the user takes possession of the device. The company will replace the processor for free one time only, during the “one time loss” coverage period. For subsequent losses, the user will have to pay the insurance deductible of the CHU de Québec-UL or the CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal, installation Raymond‑Dewar, which is currently set at $1,500 (subject to change).
It is therefore recommended that you purchase insurance to cover the deductible at the end of the company’s 5-year warranty or following the first loss of the processor. You can ask for more information from your home insurance company. The Association des implantés cochléaires du Québec also offers insurance at an affordable price. Note that the deductible is payable only once per claim, for one or two devices (in the case of bilateral implantation).
Technical support
Institutions that offer troubleshooting/emergency services and technical support
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