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Publication Date: July 27, 2026 - 19:56

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Albertans can pay for MRIs and other tests without a doctor's referral, as of Friday

July 27, 2026

The new system, which has already sparked concern among doctors and some health care advocacy groups, has been in the works for months. It allows Albertans to self-refer and pay for MRIs, CT scans, ultrasounds and X-rays.



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