Eligibility
To be covered by Nunavut health care, an individual must be a resident of Nunavut whose primary residence is in Nunavut. The application for health coverage requires supporting documentation of residency.
Coverage
All medically required physicians’ services are covered. Some hospital services are covered, including, but not limited to, the following:
- standard accommodation and meals, necessary nursing services and diagnostic procedures and use of operating, care and anaesthetic rooms/services
- drugs and supplies prescribed by a physician and administered in-hospital
- physiotherapy, occupational therapy, audiology and speech therapy; psychiatric and psychology services in an approved program
Excluded Services
While Nunavut Health covers many services, the following are among the services NOT covered:
- yearly physicals, especially those for a third party
- cosmetic surgery or experimental procedures
- prescription drugs
- chiropractic, naturopathic, podiatry, osteopathic or acupuncture treatments
- private or semi-private hospital rooms
Drug Coverage in Nunavut
Nunavut health care does not cover prescription drugs.
For First Nations, Inuit and Innu residents of Nunavut, prescription drug coverage can be applied for through the federal Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program. For Nunavut residents receiving income support, some coverage may be available through the Indigent Health Benefits program. For non-aboriginal Nunavut residents diagnosed with a disease/condition or for some seniors, coverage may be accessed through Extended Health Benefits (EHB).
Coverage of Ostomy Supplies
The people of Nunavut are covered by the First Nations Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB) for ostomy supplies. Much like coverage of medications, a prescription is required. The prescription must be filled at a pharmacy capable of 3rd party billing, which may not be available at all pharmacies.
Contact Information
Health & Social Services Headquarters
Iqaluit
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