Sagamok Anishnawbek

Medical Transportation

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Description
Responsible for processing Non-Insured Health Benefits service claims and coordinating medical transportation for community members
  • Submits medical appointment travel, mileage, meal and accommodation requests on behalf of individual
  • Assists with making travel arrangements
  • Maintains community health records, client documentation, receipts and related information
  • Provides transportation to medical appointments within the community and medical appointments out-of-town in Espanola, Sudbury and other urban centres
Eligibility
Members of Sagamok Anishnawbek residing in the community who require assistance with:
  • Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) arrangements and forms, and/or
  • Assistance with medical transportation due to age, illness or disability or have no access to a vehicle
Application Process
  • Must make arrangements for out-of-town travel at least 2 weeks prior to date of appointment/travel to allow time to process Prior Approval package with Health Canada
  • Must have Confirmation of Appointment (COA) stamped/signed and return to Health Centre after appointment
Must provide the following information when booking:
  • Full name, address and telephone number (Escort name if applicable)
  • Date of birth
  • Status registration number
  • Date, time and address of appointment
  • Doctor's name and specialty
  • Written proof of appointment such as appointment card
  • Mode of transportation
NOTE: If an escort is required, a medical note indicating that an escort is "MEDICALLY REQUIRED" must be accompanied with the application
Office
705-865-2171 - Health Centre
Fax
705-865-3131
After Hours Phone
705-865-2926 - After-hours medical transportation
Web Site
https://www.sagamokanishnawbek.com/
Mailing Address
PO Box 610
c/o Sagamok Naandwedjige-Gamik
Massey, ON, P0P 1P0
Canada
Languages
English
Contact
Ernestine Bob, Medical Transportation Coordinator
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 705-865-2171 Ext 344
Fees
None
Documents Required
Written proof of medical appointments required
Accessibility
Fully Accessible
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Copyright
211 Ontario North
Last Verified On
September 20, 2024
Address
Sagamok Naandwedjige-Gamik, 4005 Espaniel Rd
Sagamok Anishnawbek, ON, P0P 1P0
  • Sagamok Community Wellness Centre is located at Espaniel St in the community of Sagamok Anishnawbek
  • Functions as the hub for health and well-being services/programs for the community
  • Situated next door to the Administration Building

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Hours of Operation
Mon
0900 to 1500
Tue
0900 to 1500
Wed
0900 to 1500
Thu
0900 to 1500
Mon-Thu 9 am-3 pm
Service Area(s)
Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation