Islanders who are currently enrolled in the P.E.I Insulin Pump Program and P.E.I. Glucose Sensor Program are encouraged to reapply as soon as possible to ensure their benefits continue. June 30, 2023 is the deadline to reapply for both programs. Application processing may take 3...
Eligibility cards for the Provincial Dental Care Program (PDCP) expire June 30th, 2023 and Islanders enrolled in the program are encouraged to reapply as soon as possible to keep receiving benefits. Patient eligibility must be confirmed for the upcoming program year, which begins...
Health PEI is updating the public about two issues with Health PEI Electronic Medical Record (EMR) resulting in delayed referrals from primary care providers to a specialist. In November 2022, Health PEI became aware of an issue where referrals from primary care physicians were...
Regular cervical screenings detect abnormal changes in the cells of your cervix, which can help prevent cervical cancer or improve your chance of complete recovery. Take control of your cervical health with HPV screening HPV (human papillomavirus) testing has replaced Pap tests...
Screening is an important part of your health routine. Screening tests help identify and detect cancer before there are symptoms so that abnormal cells can be removed before they become cancer. It is important to understand your risk of developing cancer and what type of...
If you are a PEI Resident (with a valid PEI Health Card) and have received prior approval from Health PEI for out-of-province medical services, you may be able to reduce your travel expenses under one of the following programs: 1) Maritime Bus Program Islanders requiring out-of...
Partnering with patients and families is important to the overall well-being and recovery of a patient. Patients and families are encouraged to become partners in care and to be active participants in their health care. Partner in Care A partner in care is a person whom the...
If you require medical services in New Brunswick or Nova Scotia, you may qualify for financial assistance to travel with Maritime Bus. Read this page before buying your ticket . You will not be reimbursed for tickets bought before your application is approved. Do I qualify for travel assistance with Maritime Bus? To apply for reduced fare for out-of-province medical travel with Maritime Bus you must have: prior approval from Health PEI for your out-of-province services, a valid PEI Health Card, and, not received financial travel support from a non-governmental source. Eligibility is based on...
Health PEI has implemented a plan to maintain necessary critical care services at Prince County Hospital during an ongoing internal medicine physician shortage. “Our health-care system is responding to the greatest staffing challenges we have seen as a province and as a county...