Is a Hair Transplant in Calgary Covered by Alberta Health Services or Private Insurance?
Many people exploring hair restoration ask if it’s covered by Alberta Health or private insurance. Unfortunately, hair transplants for both men and women, including both FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) and FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation)—are considered cosmetic surgeries and are not covered under provincial or private health plans. At Hair Nation in Calgary, Dr. Navi Dhaliwal provides transparent pricing and financing options to make treatment more accessible for both men and women. Whether you’re considering FUE or FUT, every procedure is customized to your needs and performed using advanced surgical techniques for lasting, natural results. Contact Hair Nation today to book your consultation and learn more about affordable financing for your hair restoration journey.
Understanding Hair Transplant Coverage in Alberta
Hair loss can have a real impact on confidence and quality of life. However, Alberta Health Services only covers procedures deemed medically necessary for physical health. Because hair transplants are considered elective cosmetic treatments, neither FUE nor FUT procedures qualify for provincial funding.
Dr. Dhaliwal and the team at Hair Nation believe in making world-class care as accessible as possible. That’s why every patient—men and women alike—receives clear cost estimates, financing options through Beautifi, and full transparency about what’s included in their procedure.
Why Hair Transplants Aren’t Covered
Provincial Health Plan Limitations
Alberta Health Services provides coverage only for treatments that preserve or restore health following injury or illness. Hair transplants, while transformative, are categorized as cosmetic enhancements. Both FUE and FUT Hair Transplants fall outside this definition, meaning patients must cover the cost privately.
Private Insurance Policies
Private insurance companies also classify hair restoration as elective. Even comprehensive plans that include some cosmetic procedures rarely extend to male and female hair transplants. Most will not cover the surgical cost, anesthesia, or postoperative care, regardless of whether you undergo FUE or FUT.
Financing Options with Beautifi
Because coverage isn’t available, Hair Nation partners with Beautifi to offer financing that allows patients to move forward without financial strain. Affordable monthly payments make it easier for men and women to choose the right hair restoration option—whether that’s FUE, FUT, or a combination with non-surgical treatments like injections or laser therapy.
Your Confidence, Your Investment
While neither Alberta Health nor private insurance covers Hair Transplant Services, the benefits extend far beyond aesthetics. With Dr. Dhaliwal’s expertise in FUE and FUT techniques, Hair Nation patients achieve natural, lasting results that can dramatically restore confidence.
If you’re ready to take control of your hair restoration journey, contact Hair Nation to schedule your consultation today and explore transparent pricing and financing for both men’s and women’s Hair Transplant Services in Calgary.
FAQs
No. Alberta Health Services considers hair transplants cosmetic, so they’re not covered.
Typically not. Most private plans exclude elective cosmetic procedures.
They improve appearance rather than treat illness or injury, which excludes them from coverage.
Restorative Hair Transformation Starts Here
Hair loss is not something you have to accept. Effective and lasting solutions for hair loss for men and women are available. Through a comprehensive consultation, HairNation delivers accurate and insightful diagnosis and advanced hair restoration treatment strategies to guide you on your journey to complete and transformative hair restoration.
Contact us today by filling out the contact form below or by calling us at 1 (587) 952-8844. Complimentary virtual consultations are available for those inquiring about hair transplants, and for all other hair loss inquiries, complimentary in-person consultations are available.


