Who we are. Alberta Blue Cross® is the largest benefits provider in Alberta and one of the largest in Western Canada. We serve more than 1.8 million members with coverage through small and large employer group plans, individual plans and government-sponsored programs.
Can I use my Alberta Blue Cross in another province?
Your AHCIP coverage can be used across Canada, but it is limited. Not all services available to you in Alberta are covered outside the province. Always carry your AHCIP personal health card, especially when in another province or territory in Canada.
Is Alberta health the same as Alberta Blue Cross?
Alberta Blue Cross® administers Non-Group Coverage on behalf of Alberta Health. For more information about the Non-Group Coverage program, including an application form and eligibility information, please visit Alberta Health.
Is Blue Cross Canada wide?
An international network of some renown, Blue Cross offers a wide range of insurance products, including life insurance. Founded in 1934, Blue Cross protects over 7 million Canadians under its plans. Blue Cross Life provides innovative insurance solutions to its members and has a presence in all provinces in Canada.
Is Medavie Blue Cross the same as Alberta Blue Cross?
About us. Blue Cross Life is a federally-licensed company with operations located in each province across Canada. The Company is owned by six shareholders, operating as Pacific Blue Cross, Alberta Blue Cross, Saskatchewan Blue Cross, Manitoba Blue Cross, Blue Cross Canassurance, and Medavie Blue Cross.
Can I use my BC health care in Alberta?
Alberta has reciprocal agreements with all provinces and territories, except Quebec, for insured physician services.
Can Blue Cross Blue Shield be used in Canada?
Blue Cross members can save on medical care, vision care and many other products and services offered by participating providers across Canada.
Who is eligible for Alberta Blue Cross?
Eligibility for premium assistance
All residents of Alberta are eligible to apply unless you are: a new or returning resident from outside Canada, who has not yet lived in Alberta for 12 consecutive months. exempt from paying income tax for religious, charitable or communal reasons.
Is there free healthcare in Alberta?
The Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) provides Albertan residents access to free medical services. AHCIP covers the cost of a lot of medical services that you would have had to pay for otherwise. Generally speaking, any medical service that is considered necessary is covered by AHCIP.
Are prescriptions free in Alberta?
For eligible prescription drugs, you are responsible for paying 30 per cent of the cost, to a maximum of $25 for each drug prescribed. The program covers the remaining eligible portion, billed directly to Alberta Blue Cross by the pharmacy.
Is Blue Cross world wide?
Blue Cross is the world’s most recognized and trusted insurance brand. Through our relationship with the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association in the United States and the international Blue Cross network, our members have access to a worldwide network of providers.
What does BCBS Canada cover?
Whether it’s supplementary health and dental benefits, prescription drugs, vision, employee assistance, health spending accounts, outside-Canada emergency medical care, group life, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, or short term or long term disability coverage, Blue Cross can help.
Is Alberta Blue Cross private or public?
Alberta has a publicly administered and funded health care system that ensures Albertans receive universal access to medically necessary hospital and health care services.
Do Alberta Seniors get Blue Cross?
Overview. The Government of Alberta provides seniors with premium-free coverage for prescriptions drugs and other health-related services not covered under the AHCIP. Alberta Blue Cross administers the Coverage for Seniors program and claims.
Does Blue Cross cover ambulance in Alberta?
Group benefits
Extended health benefits provide protection against the high cost of medical services and treatments not covered by the province’s health care plan. Coverage can include preferred hospital accommodation, ambulance, accidental dental, psychology services, hearing aids, and much more.
Does BC Blue Cross cover out of province?
Pacific Blue Cross, through Medi-Assist, provides assistance to members and their dependents who experience emergencies while traveling outside of their province of residence. 1. Call Medi-Assist within 24 hours of an emergency. They are accessible to you 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What happens if you get sick in another province?
You may be charged for medically needed services or treatment you receive in another Canadian province or territory if: you don’t show your valid Ontario health card. a doctor charges you even if you show your health card (they have the right to do this)
Can I fill a prescription from Alberta in BC?
College of Pharmacists of BC: Prescriptions issued in other provinces may be dispensed by a British Columbia pharmacist when the pharmacist is sure that they are bona fide prescriptions.
Is BC insurance cheaper than Alberta?
A study conducted by MNP on behalf of the Insurance Bureau of Canada, a group advocating for private insurance companies, found British Columbians are paying up to 42 per cent more for insurance compared to Alberta drivers.
Is Blue Cross Blue Shield Only in America?
BCBS companies provide coverage to people across every ZIP code in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Through the BlueCard® program, BCBS members can receive healthcare services throughout the United States and around the world.
Can I use my health insurance in Canada?
Even though Canada is just over the border, your U.S. health insurance plan will not be accepted there unless it specifically provides global coverage. American Medicare also is not accepted in Canada. It’s important to purchase travel medical insurance in case you suffer an injury or fall ill while in Canada.