Over the Wire: October 2021

AGE 65 & OVER?
HAVE YOU APPLIED FOR
YOUR SENIOR HEALTH BENEFITS?

The Government of Alberta provides seniors age 65 and over, with premium-free
coverage for prescription drugs, as well as other health related benefits. Alberta Blue
Cross administers the prescription drug benefit on behalf of the Government of Alberta. 

PARAMEDICAL
EXPENSES.

Under the paramedical benefits, the Plan provides coverage for the services of a qualified osteopath, chiropractor, podiatrist, chiropodist, registered or provisional physiotherapist, registered massage therapist, registered acupuncturist, naturopath, chartered/registered or certified psychologist and Christian Science practitioner. Coverage is limited to a maximum of $500 per person per calendar year per specialty.

VIRTUAL SERVICES UNDER THE PLAN.

As of September 1, 2021, the Board of Trustees wish to announce that eligible Plan Members and their Dependents can now have their provider consultations done virtually and continue with certain treatments online with their provider.

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