Health Care Coverage
If you (and members of your family) have recently moved to Prince Edward Island to live, work, or study, you may apply for a PEI Health Card to receive publicly funded health services.
Eligibility
You are eligible for a PEI Health Card if:
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If you require medical services in New Brunswick or Nova Scotia, you may qualify for financial assistance to travel with Maritime Bus.
Read this page before buying your ticket. You will not be reimbursed for tickets bought before your application is...
If you are a PEI Resident (with a valid PEI Health Card) and have received prior approval from Health PEI for out-of-province medical services, you may be able to reduce your travel expenses under one of the following programs:
1) Maritime Bus Program...
Cancer treatment may result in a loss of income as well as an increase in medical and transportation expenses. The following programs offer financial support to eligible cancer patients.
If you would like more information, or help applying for any of...
If you are not a Canadian resident with a valid health card, you will be responsible for the cost of your care.
Health PEI charges fees for a variety of services which can differ between facilities. Fees are subject to change without notice. You may...
The Insulin Pump Program assists with the costs associated with approved insulin pumps and supplies for children, youth and young adults up to age 25 who are living with type 1 diabetes.
Am I eligible?
You may be eligible for the program if you are...
If you have cancer and require a medical test or procedure not available on PEI, your doctor will refer you to a specialist or service in another province.
This page answers frequently asked questions about this process. If you have additional...
Medical services for an emergency or sudden illness within Canada are covered for Island residents with a valid PEI Health Card. Pre-approval by Health PEI is required for non-emergency medical or hospital service.
How do I get approval for out-of-...
You need a PEI Health Card to use services at hospitals and other public health care facilities in Prince Edward Island without being charged. Pharmacists also use your health card to record your medications in the PEI Drug Information System.
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PEI Pharmacare helps Islanders with the cost of eligible prescription medications, certain medical supplies, and pharmacy services. You may be eligible to receive either partial or full coverage through one of the drug cost assistance programs.
Am I...
For Medical Professionals
Ankylosing Spondylitis Special Authorization Request Form [PDF | 113 KB]
Apixaban, Dabigatran, Edoxaban, Rivaroxaban Special Authorization Request Form [PDF | 155 KB]
Crohn's Disease Special Authorization Request Form [PDF |...
What is the PEI Pharmacare Travel Supply Policy?
PEI Pharmacare clients travelling outside of the province may be allowed to obtain up to 180 days of their eligible medication prior to leaving the province.
Am I eligible?
Clients with a valid PEI ...
This page provides information on how to renew your PEI Health Card.
If you have a temporary health card because you are an international student or a work permit holder or you are a former international student or temporary worker who recently...
This page provides information on how to renew your Temporary PEI Health Card for international students and work permit holders.
The PEI Health Card issued to international students is valid for the duration of their study permit.
The PEI Health...
This page explains what to do if you have lost your PEI Health Card or had it stolen.
You must apply for a replacement card if your PEI Health Card is lost or stolen. The replacement fee is $10 per card, with a household maximum of $50.
You can either...