Pharmacare can Be difficult to understand for anyone, that's why we've put together this quick factsheet to be used to both understand how the system works, as well as provide useful contacts to reach out to while navigating it.
What is Pharmacare?
Fair Pharmacare Helps B.C. families pay for many prescription drugs, dispensing fees and some medical devices and supplies. The plan is based on income, and the less a family earns, the more help they get. More information, as well as eligibility can be found at this link:
HOW AM I REIMBURSED?
Your ostomy supply order is processed through Pharmacare via 3rd parties (Such as Ostomy Athletics). Your receipt will then indicate how much you pay, and what Pharmacare covers. Any amount that you pay out of pocket can be filed as a claim through third party programs (such as extended health plans) or as medical expenses on your income tax. All items that are purchased online must be done through authorized Pharmacare providers.
COVERAGE:
BC residents are eligible for benefits if they are covered under one of the following healthcare plans:
- Fair Pharmacare
- Plan B (Residential Care)
- Plan C (BC Income Assistance)
- Plan F (At Home Care)
Deductibles are based on the income that was reported to Revenue Canada through your taxes 2 years prior.
PHARMACARE HELP LINE:
1-800-663-7100
Call this number for questions about Pharmacare, or if you would like to know how much more you will need to pay out of pocket until Pharmacare starts to cover your supplies.