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PharmaCare covers:
Who is eligible for coverage?
Insulin pump coverage is available to patients who
How do I obtain coverage?
Speak to your endocrinologist or diabetes specialist. If you meet the criteria for coverage of a pump, your specialist will submit a Special Authority request to PharmaCare.
If the request is approved, PharmaCare will send an approval letter to your specialist's office. Your specialist will give you a copy of this letter to take to the insulin pump manufacturer when purchasing your pump.
Be sure to wait for the approval letter before purchasing your insulin pump. PharmaCare cannot provide retroactive coverage for purchases made before your approval is confirmed.
What kinds of pump are covered?
PharmaCare provides coverage for:
If your endocrinologist/diabetes physician specialist determines that these systems are clinically unsuitable for you, exceptional coverage may be provided for a MiniMed Insulin Pump System manufactured by Medtronic.
How much will PharmaCare cover?
The Omnipod system's personal diabetes manager is available to you at no cost, regardless of the PharmaCare plan you are covered under or any deductible you may have. PharmaCare considers the Omnipod system's pods as insulin pump supplies, which are covered according to the rules of your plan.
The Ypsomed starter kit is supplied at the cost of $800, which will be applied to your Fair PharmaCare deductible/family maximum. The Ypsomed starter kit includes the YpsoPump—YpsoPump Orbit® micro or soft infusion sets (any length)—reservoirs, inserter, BeltClip, reservoir storage box, and screen protector.
The Omnipod pods and Ypsomed's infusion sets and supplies are covered as follows:
For those approved for exceptional coverage of the MiniMed pump, PharmaCare coverage is dependent on your PharmaCare plan and any associated deductible and family maximum:
Where can I get more information?
For more information, speak to your endocrinologist or diabetes specialist or contact PharmaCare through Health Insurance BC.
Who is eligible for coverage of pump supplies?
PharmaCare covers certain insulin pump supplies if you are covered under:
This coverage is available whether or not your pump was covered by PharmaCare.
Special Authority pre-approval is not required for insulin pump supplies.
Which supplies are covered?
PharmaCare covers pods, infusion sets/kits, and insulin pump reservoirs/cartridges.
PharmaCare does not cover batteries, battery caps, adhesive pads, skin wipes, etc.
Where should I buy supplies?
PharmaCare covers eligible insulin pump supplies purchased from pharmacies and approved insulin pump vendors who submit claims on PharmaNet. PharmaCare cannot accept manual/paper claims for insulin pump supplies.
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