IFHP coverage for wheelchairs, hospital beds, lifts and bathroom aids

Yes, through supplemental coverage. Manual and power wheelchairs, seating, repairs and rentals are on the IFHP benefit grid, with prior approval and a prescription. A power wheelchair is only for someone who cannot propel a manual chair on their own and needs a power chair more than 6 hours a day for daily activities.

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Since May 1, 2026 you pay 30% of the cost of eligible supplemental products and services, including assistive devices, directly to the provider. IFHP pays the other 70% of the eligible amount. Basic care, such as doctor visits and hospital care, has no co-payment.

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It can. A manual or electric hospital bed with mattress and accessories can be approved when you need positioning an ordinary bed cannot give, including to ease pain, need the head raised more than 30 degrees most of the time for conditions such as congestive heart failure or chronic lung disease, or need traction. Rental is also possible.

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No. Mobility scooters, stairlifts, porch lifts and ramps are not on the IFHP supplemental benefit grid dated July 31, 2026.

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Asylum claimants, protected persons, resettled refugees, victims of human trafficking or family violence with a temporary resident permit, people detained under immigration law, and some people under public policies or the Minister's discretion. Coverage is temporary.

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It is temporary. Asylum claimants are covered until they qualify for provincial health insurance or leave Canada. Protected persons are covered for 90 days after a positive decision or until provincial coverage starts. Resettled refugees keep equipment coverage only while they receive Resettlement Assistance Program income support or private sponsorship financial help.

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Yes, for most equipment. The provider must get prior approval from Medavie Blue Cross before supplying it, and must tell you the co-payment amount before you get the item.

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No. Only providers registered with the IFHP through Medavie Blue Cross bill the program directly. Use the Medavie Blue Cross provider search to find one.

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Yes. Bath seats, bath benches, toilet seats, raised toilet seats and wall grab bars can be covered with prior approval for a physical disability lasting 6 months or longer, for people not living in hospital or long-term care.

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Claim it there. IFHP does not cover products you can claim under another public or private health plan, and does not coordinate benefits with other plans, except for urgent dental care.

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