Everyone who has taken up residence in Québec permanently must have prescription drug insurance coverage. Coverage is available through RAMQ’s public plan.
Find out about free access to prescription drugs: emergency contraception, morning-after pill, naloxone, sexually transmitted diseases, etc.
When you purchase prescription drugs covered under the public plan, you generally pay a portion of their cost: your contribution.
You can apply for a reimbursement with your pharmacist for the cost of purchased medications that are usually covered.
The public plan does not cover prescription drugs purchased outside Québec. It is wise to take out travel insurance covering prescription drugs
Everyone who is permanently settled in Québec must have prescription drug insurance coverage at all times.
This is a general information pamphlet on prescription drug insurance: annual premium, private plans and public plan, covered drugs, and contribution.
All insurers are required to offer at least the same prescription drug coverage as the public plan. However, a private insurer may offer more extensive...
Are you confused about the concepts of health insurance and prescription drug insurance? Here is some information to help you understand them better.
Yes. You must pay the deductible and co-insurance for each month covered by your purchase at the time of purchase.
