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Inquiring If Ontario’s Health Care Coverage Would Pay For A Consultation In Newfoundland
[ Tuesday July 16th 2019 at 3:01 pm ]

I want to know if a consultation in Newfoundland would be covered by Ontario's health insurance. The hip disease I had as a child is (relatively speaking) most common in Newfoundland. The orthopedic surgeon from Newfoundland overseeing my treatment has died.

I reached out to the elected member of the Ontario Legislature for details of this. Their office responded with 2 very helpful links describing OHIP coverage out of province:

The information provided makes me think this is hopeful. I see the benefit in obtaining prior written approval.