BATC Health

01/08/2026

As of January 1, 2026 - women aged 43 and older can access early detection breast screening services through Saskatchewan's BreastCheck Program.

For more information on scheduling appointments, locations and operating hours, contact BreastCheck toll-free at 1-855-584-8228 or visit saskcancer.ca/BreastCheck.

01/08/2026

BATC Community Health Calendar for January 2026

01/08/2026

🤝If you would like to quit smoking, there are resources available from NIHB.
🚬Nicotine replacement therapy is an Open Benefit, which means you can receive this item from a pharmacist, without a prescription from your Doctor!

The Non-Insured Health Benefits Program (NIHB) covers a variety of treatments that can help you quit smoking, including:

• prescription medications
• ni****ne replacement products like patches, gum, lozenges, inhalers and sprays.

To check which ni****ne replacement products and quantities are covered, type “ni****ne” in the chemical name section of the Online Drug Benefit List: https://ow.ly/fkz750UAGt6

01/06/2026

Do you live off-reserve and need to travel outside your home community for a medically required appointment?
You may be eligible for NIHB medical transportation reimbursement.

You must live in Canada and be any of the following:
➡️a First Nations person who is registered under the Indian Act
➡️an Inuk recognized by an Inuit land claim organization
➡️a child under 2 years old whose parent is eligible
➡️currently registered or eligible for registration, under a provincial or territorial health insurance plan

Client Reimbursement Request Forms must by completed in full and must include the following supporting documents:
📄Confirmation of Medical Attendance (CMA). This can include:
-CMA form signed off by medical professional
-Hospital discharge/admission papers
-Confirmation in writing on physician office letterhead
-NIHB appointment slip signed by a medical professional
💲Direct Deposit Information (only need to submit once)
🏣Hotel Invoice
🏩Hospital Parking Receipts
❗️You do not need to submit receipts for mileage or meals, these amounts will be calculated for you.

For more information, you may:
☎️Call NIHB directly at 1-866-885-3933

For local support, you may:
☎️Call the NIHB Navigator at the BATC Office 306-446-1400

Please note: The NIHB Navigator does not provide funding.

12/09/2025

Good news for people managing diabetes with insulin! The NIHB Program has expanded its listing of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems to include the FreeStyle Libre 3. Prior approval required.

12/09/2025

The NIHB Program covers unregistered infants under 2 years of age if at least one parent or guardian is eligible. Remember to begin your child’s application for First Nation status, or recognition by an Inuit land claim organization, well before their 2nd birthday to ensure their continued eligibility for benefit coverage.

12/05/2025

BATC Community Health Calendar for December 2025

12/05/2025

12/04/2025

Non-Insured Health Benefits Updates for December 2025

💊Pharmacy benefit information
New pharmacy benefit listings
Refer to the Drug Benefit List to find all eligible products and criteria for coverage.

📌The following medications and products are now covered as open benefits without prior approval:
Vemlidy (tenofovir alafenamide) for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B in adults

📍The following listings are covered as limited use benefits with prior approval:
Praluent (alirocumab) pre-filled pens previously listed at 75mg/ml and 150mg/ml, now available in 300mg/2ml pre-filled pens, for the treatment of adult patients with high cholesterol
Venclexta (venetoclax) for the treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)
Omlyclo (omalizumab) for the treatment of severe asthma caused by an allergy
Fruzaqla (fruquintinib) for the treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer
Evkeeza (evinacumab) for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients aged 5 years and older with very high cholesterol
Bylvay (odevixibat) for the treatment of severe itching in patients with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis, a condition affecting the liver
Ultomiris (ravulizumab) for the treatment of certain conditions affecting the nerves

📢Addition of Humira and Humira Citrate free to the biosimilar transition policy
Under the NIHB Biosimilar Transition Policy, clients 19 years of age and older who are taking certain medications are required to transition to the biosimilar version of their medication in order to maintain coverage
This policy aligns with other provincial and territorial drug plans and helps support consistent client access to medications and care
Adalimumab (Humira and Humira Citrate free) is now included under this policy, in addition to Enbrel, Remicade and Rituxan
Clients who are currently taking Humira and Humira Citrate free have until May 25, 2026 to transition to a biosimilar version of their medication in order to maintain coverage
Make an appointment to speak with your health care provider if this change applies to you. Pharmacists and prescribers are well informed about biosimilars and have already helped many people transition to these medications
Consult the Health Canada website for more information on biosimilar biologic drugs

👩‍🦽Medical supplies and equipment benefit information
New coverage for enteral EnFit feeding syringes
NIHB now provides coverage for two new Enfit feeding syringe sizes: 3 cc/mL, and 20 cc/mL
More information can be found in section 9.0 Self-care of the NIHB Medical Supplies and Equipment Guide and Benefit lists

❤️Addition of mental health counsellors as recommenders of gender Identity Items
NIHB now accepts mental health counsellors recognized by the program as eligible medical supplies and equipment recommenders for gender identity items, where allowed under their provincial and territorial scope of practice
For more information on provider eligibility in your province or territory, please refer to section 9.0 Self-care of the NIHB Medical Supplies and Equipment Guide and Benefit Lists

12/04/2025

12/03/2025

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12/02/2025

A guide to better understand NIHB Medical Transportation.

If you have any questions, please call Kristen at 306-446-1400

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