Coverage for Status First Nations or Inuit People

Coverage for Status First Nations or Inuit People

In addition to coverage offered by provinces or territories, the cost of medications related to gender-affirming care, equipment, as well as transportation required for surgeries are covered under the Non-Insured Health Benefit program.

Most medications related to gender-affirming care, such as hormones, are available without prior approval. Equipment such as binders and packers is also covered under the Non-Insured Health Benefits program according to the medical supplies and equipment benefit. More information is available under the Self-care equipment and supplies benefit list. The Non-Insured Health Benefits program doesn’t cover the cost of surgeries, however the program does cover transportation costs for surgeries not available locally. This includes travel out of province for gender-affirming surgeries, as long as they are covered by a provincial or territorial insurance plan. More information is available in a government scenario note on Non-Insured Health Benefits.

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Coverage for Status First Nations or Inuit People
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