Help!: Quebec Healthcare Question

[WeCanadoIt]

Hey fellow applicants,
I am writing as I need help with some medical trouble.

I applied for PR and a new OWP in Sep 2013.
My current work permit and Healthcare card ran out in Nov 2013.
This gave me implied status but no access to health care.

I unexpectedly had to go to the emergency unit at our local hospital today and was told I have to show a new medicare card within 30 days or pay $900 for the costs.
Going by the current CIC timescale I wont hear anything from them for at least two months.

Is there a way to receive a new medicare card before I receive AIP or get a new work permit?

Is there a way to get backpaid for any medical costs during these times?

Thanks in advance for anyone who can help out.

 

[Rob_TO]

Is there a way to receive a new medicare card before I receive AIP or get a new work permit?

Is there a way to get backpaid for any medical costs during these times?

Unfortunately asnwer to both is no. Even after you get AIP, you then still need to wait an additional 3 months of waiting period before you are eligible. You will need to pay full cost out of pocket. You might want to consider getting a private travel medical policy while you're waiting. They can cost as low as around $50 per month.

http://www.ramq.gouv.qc.ca/en/citizens/health-insurance/healthcare/Pages/medical-services.aspx
The Régie does not reimburse you for healthcare you receive during the waiting period.