A: MSI (Nova Scotia Provincial Health Plan) will cover eye examinations every 2 years for individuals age 0-9, and 65 and above. Certain medical and ocular conditions, such as diabetes are covered every year, irrespective of age. MSI also covers 6 partial eye examinations a year for all ages.

Does MSI cover out of country?

If you are traveling outside Canada for a short period of time MSI will provide coverage for emergency medical services only. 1. Out-of-country in-patient hospitalization as the result of an accident or sudden illness while temporarily absent from Canada, is covered in Canadian funds.

What does MSI stand for Canada?

Nova Scotia Health Card
Nova Scotia Health Card (MSI)

Does Nova Scotia have free healthcare?

All residents of Canada have access to medical care. This is based on their need and regardless of their ability to pay. In Canada, health care is publicly funded by both the federal and provincial governments. Nova Scotia’s Medical Services Insurance (MSI) is the provincial plan.

What is covered by MSI?

MSI covers basic health care such as doctor’s office visits, emergency room visits, standard hospital stays, and some dental care. Dental care is now available for children under the age of 14 for standard services.

Does MSI cover insulin?

Insulin Pump Program: financial assistance for insulin pumps and pump-related supplies. Covers diabetics 25 or younger. Eligibility is also based on family income and size.

Does MSI cover tooth extraction?

Yes. The Children’s Oral Health Program is a universal program that covers certain dental services provided in Nova Scotia. All children, age 14 and younger who have a valid MSI health card number are covered under the program.

Are diabetic supplies free in Canada?

There are no premiums and you are able to deduct 100% of diabetes related costs, including: insulin, insulin pumps, test strips, glucose monitors, syringes, and more.

When did MSI insurance go out of business?

What cratered MSI Insurance? MSI Insurance 1, and primarily the main property/casualty company Mutual Service Casualty, Inc., went from being a small but financially stable regional insurer in the mid-1990s to a financial trainwreck by the end of 2001.

Are there any other provinces that have MSI?

Other provinces such as Ontario do not have this coverage. MSI is available only to residents of Nova Scotia that meet eligibility requirements. Visitors are not covered and will have to use their own insurance or other provincial health care for medical and dental services.

What kind of medical care is covered by MSI?

Physiotherapy is also covered by MSI if it occurs in a hospital setting and is deemed medically necessary. Vision is also covered by MSI to some extent, and coverage includes one optometrist visit every two years. Glasses and contact lenses are not covered by MSI. Hearing aids are not covered.

Who is not eligible for MSI in Nova Scotia?

To be eligible for Nova Scotia Medical Service Insurance benefits you must be: registered with MSI. The following individuals are not eligible for coverage: inmates of federal penitentiaries. Please refer to the section Moving to Nova Scotia from Outside Canada if you are a Non-Canadian.