OHIP COVERED DOCTOR’S APPOINTMENT

Aug 26, 2022

6 minute read

by MD Connected

OHIP COVERED DOCTOR’S APPOINTMENT

OHIP, or the Ontario Health Insurance Plan, is the province’s healthcare plan. Through OHIP, the province pays for many of the health services that Ontarians need. To qualify for OHIP coverage, you need to apply. Once approved, you’ll receive an Ontario health card.

Your OHIP card proves that you’re covered by the province’s health plan. That’s why you need to show it every time you visit a doctor or emergency room, have a medical test, or go for surgery.

SERVICES COVERED BY OHIP

Doctors On Demand

The following types of doctor’s appointments are free of charge and covered by OHIP:

In-office doctor’s visit

Walk-in clinic

Virtual appointments

Telemedicine walk-in clinics in York, Toronto, or anywhere in Ontario

Primary Care Services

Some common conditions that the virtual doctors at MD Connected see include:

Allergy & immunology

Allergies, runny nose, hives

Cardiology

High blood pressure, high cholesterol

Dermatology

Skin conditions, cold sores, hair loss, bug bites

Endocrinology

Diabetes, thyroid issues

ENT

Ear infection, sinusitis, hearing issues, earaches

Gastroenterology

Diarrhea, abdominal pain, Acid reflux, vomiting

Gynecology & Obstetrics

Pregnancy testing, birth control refills and renewal, contraception advice, fertility issues, women’s health assessment, yeast infections

Infections

STI check, UTIs, skin infections, Pneumonia, cold and flu symptoms, fevers & chills

Neurology

Headaches, tingling, fatigue, concussion

Nephrology

Urinary and kidney issues

Nutrition

Vitamin deficiencies, dietary advice

Ophthalmology

Styes, eye infections, dry eyes

Orthopedics

Joint pain, joint swelling, aches, sprains

Psychiatry

Mental health issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD

Respirology

Asthma, COPD, cough, shortness of breath, bronchitis, insomnia

Rheumatology

Gout, physio, massage therapy referrals

Travel Health

Vaccines, immunizations

Urology

Prostate issues, bladder conditions, sexual concerns

COVID-19

Assessment, counselling, antibody testing

Medication

Through OHIP, more than 5,000 drug products are free to anyone not covered by a private plan and aged 24 years or younger. Anyone under the age of 24 is automatically enrolled. Coverage stops on your 25th birthday, or if you become covered by a private plan.

Those eligible for OHIP simply need to give the pharmacist their valid OHIP card number and a valid prescription.

Ontarians who are 65 years of age or older automatically qualify for the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) program. The program is for residents of Ontario only and prescriptions must be filled in an Ontario pharmacy. Your OHIP card must be valid too. Like OHIP, the ODB program covers most of the costs of approximately 5,000 prescription drug products.

Hospital Visit and Stay

If you need to visit a hospital, OHIP covers:

Doctor and nursing services

Diagnostic tests (such as blood tests and x-rays)

Medications for in patients (once a patient is discharged, prescribed medications are not covered)

Some medications for outpatients (certain medications are provided to outpatients for home use)

Accommodation and meals

If you want a private or semi-private room, you or your private insurance will have to pay some or all of those hospital fees

SERVICES NOT COVERED BY OHIP

OHIP Does Not Cover:

Travel health services

Dental services

Eyeglasses and contact lenses

Laser eye surgery

Cosmetic surgery

Prescription drugs provided in non-hospital settings

BOOK AN OHIP-COVERED DOCTORS APPOINTMENT ONLINE

MD Connected is changing the way Canadians access healthcare. We provide virtual care and telemedicine clinics across Canada. You just have to choose the option that’s right for you.

If you want to skip the waiting room, book a virtual healthcare appointment on our website. Our licensed mental health and wellness doctors will provide you with an end-to-end experience through diagnosis, assessment, treatment plan, notes and forms.

MD Connected also has telemedicine mental health walk-in clinics located across Canada. They operate similar to a traditional clinic, except you speak with a licensed physician through a secure virtual call.

Led by a diverse team of doctors with varying backgrounds, MD Connected provides its specialty services in multiple languages. For more information about our OHIP-covered services, contact us by visiting www.mdconnected.ca or e-mail us at mydoc@mdconnected.ca.

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