NWT Extended Health Benefits (Prescription Drugs)
NWT EHB
The NWT Extended Health Benefits (EHB) program helps eligible residents with the cost of non-insured medical needs not covered by the NWT Health Care Plan, including prescription drugs, medical supplies, and equipment. It covers eligible prescription drugs listed on the NWT Pharmacare Formulary, with pharmacies billing covered amounts directly.
Useful Tips for Applying
Check the NWT Pharmacare Formulary to see if your medication is covered. If a deductible applies, ask about the separate help to pay your Extended Health Benefits deductible. Enrol early, since coverage can be immediate once you are registered and your medication is on the formulary.
Who May Qualify
You may qualify if you are an NWT resident with a valid Health Care Card and you do not have employer, private, or other public drug coverage. Coverage applies to eligible prescription drugs and medical supplies and equipment listed on the NWT Pharmacare Formulary.
Required Documents
Proof of NWT residency and a valid NWT Health Care Card, and confirmation that you do not have employer, private, or other public drug coverage.
How to Apply
Enrol through the NWT Health and Social Services Extended Health Benefits program. Residents without employer, private, or other public drug coverage can email or call to enrol, with immediate coverage for eligible prescription drugs and medical supplies and equipment.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
A common mistake is not realizing you must not have employer, private, or other public drug coverage to qualify. Another is not checking the NWT Pharmacare Formulary to see if your medication is covered. People also miss that a deductible may apply, and separate help is available to pay the deductible.
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Resources in this area
NWT Disabilities Council
The NWT Disabilities Council exists to educate, advocate, and support the self-determination of all individuals with disabilities in the Northwest Territories. It is the territorial cross-disability organization supporting NWT residents with disabilities and their families.
View details Government ServicesServices for Persons with Disabilities (Northwest Territories)
Government of the Northwest Territories programs and services for persons with disabilities, coordinated through the Department of Health and Social Services.
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