Prescription Drugs |
- Individuals receiving social assistance are given 100% coverage after a deductible. |
Dental Care |
- Certain dental procedures are insured when hospitalization is required. |
Vision Care |
- Individuals age 19 to 64 years do not receive any coverage unless deemed medically necessary by a physician.
- Individuals under 19 years and 65 and over are eligible to receive one routine eye exam every two years.
- Every 3 years, seniors 65 and up receive 80% of a fixed amount for eyeglasses after a deductible of $50. |
Hospital Care |
- There is full coverage available for basic ward accommodations.
- Patients receive full coverage for laboratory, x-ray and diagnostic procedures. |
Health Specialists |
- A small percentage of chiropractor visits is covered for a maximum of 12 visits per calendar year.
- Physiotherapy and speech therapy sessions are covered in full if they are performed in a hospital.
- There is no other coverage available for other services. |
Homecare and Nursing |
- All individuals are given full coverage for basic nursing care.
- Depending on the individual’s financial situation, partial coverage is available for other services. |
Ambulatory Services |
- No coverage. |
Hearing Aids |
- Individuals under 18 years may receive 80%coverage for hearing aid after paying a $75 deductible. This allows for one claim every 4 years.
- Individuals over 18 do not receive any coverage.
- Learn more about the Manitoba Hearing Aid Program. |
Medical Equipment and Supplies |
- Partial coverage for some chiropractic services with a limited amount of visits.
- Coverage for in hospital physiotherapy, speech therapy, and dietetic counselling services. |
