Devices and supplies

Last updated on April 23, 2026

PharmaCare covers prostheses, orthoses, insulin pumps and supplies, and ostomy supplies.

 

Get covered! 

STEP 1 - Register for the Fair PharmaCare Plan. Coverage depends on income: the less you earn, the more help you get. You'll need tax information from 2 years ago, Social Insurance Numbers and Personal Health Number(s)

STEP 2 - Return the consent form that will arrive in the mail. This allows PharmaCare to check your income with the CRA. This step is important!

Insulin pumps and supplies

For people with type 1 diabetes or other forms of diabetes requiring insulin

Flash and continuous glucose monitors

If blood glucose testing with a monitor has been deemed medically necessary

Custom orthoses

Worn full-time, to attain basic functionality to prevent future deformity, for people age 18 and under

Prostheses

Needed to attain basic functionality

Offloading devices

Therapeutic footwear for people recovering from diabetic foot ulcers

Ostomy supplies

For people who have had bowel or bladder surgery that results in a colostomy, ileostomy, or urostomy requiring an external pouch

Plagiocephaly helmet

If your baby has been diagnosed with plagiocephaly, brachycephaly or craniosynostosis, PharmaCare may help pay for a helmet for them.

Actual coverage

If you are covered under Fair PharmaCare only, actual reimbursement or coverage will depend on whether you have met your deductible or family maximum for the year.

PharmaCare's Full Payment Policy does not apply to any of these products. This means that even if you are receiving 100% coverage or reimbursement of the eligible PharmaCare maximum amount, the provider may charge you costs above that amount.

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