For Members Over Age 65 Where a Provincial Seniors’ Drug Program is Available – AFBS assumes a second payor position after any eligible reimbursement has been made by the provincial drug plan.
At the present time, all provincial governments provide a prescription drug plan for seniors. Before turning 65, all senior members are encouraged to apply to their provincial plan for coverage.
A few provinces have instituted financial means tests before payment will be provided under the provincial plans. If you are denied access to the provincial drug plan, it is crucial that you advise the Writers’ Coalition Program administrator at AFBS immediately. Benefits may continue under the Writers’ Coalition Program.
If you are a senior member, the cost of prescription drugs is initially paid by your government program. Any eligible out-of-pocket amounts which are not paid by your provincial plan may be reimbursed through the Writers’ Coalition Program.
If you are a senior, we encourage you to work with your Medical Doctor who will be familiar with your province’s prescription drug program. The provincial plans also have special requirements and programs. You and your Medical Doctor need to apply to these programs first (for example Exception Drug Application, Limited Use or Cancer Care Program). If a prescription drug is not covered by the province, you and your Medical Doctor may make a special request, through the Special Authorization process, to have the costs paid through the Writers’ Coalition Program.
Program Handbook > I – Prescription Drug Care > Special Note to Senior Members 