Prescription Drugs |
- Coverage is provided for seniors aged 65 and over.
Non-Insured Health Benefit (NIHB): Federal Government program provides coverage for needs based eligible Canadians (registered Inuit, Innu and Indians). |
Dental Care |
- Coverage is only for oral surgery performed in a hospital.
- Senior coverage for one pair of dentures every 5 years
- Some coverage for in-hospital treatment |
Vision Care |
- There is no coverage for optometrist fees.
- Individuals over 65 receive coverage at set reimbursement amounts. |
Hospital Care |
- There is only coverage for basic ward accommodations. |
Health Specialists |
- 100% coverage is available for physiotherapy sessions performed in a hospital.
- There is no coverage for any other services. |
Homecare and Nursing |
- Some coverage is provided and is based on medical needs assessed by Provincial Health. |
Ambulatory Services |
- Hospital to hospital transfers are covered |
Hearing Aids |
- Those over 65 receive up to $500 every 3 years. |
Medical Equipment and Supplies |
- Partial coverage is provided under the Extended Health Benefits program for seniors and individuals with specified diseases. |
