In general, the Alberta health care system covers most things deemed medically necessary, especially in a hospital setting or other medical facility under contract by the provincial government.

Costs outside of these parameters are either out of pocket, or covered by health insurance.

Is cancer treatment covered by Alberta Health Care?

Yes, cancer out patients are fully covered for cancer treatments and medications.

Usually, a medication prescribed or administered outside the hospital are not covered.

It is different with cancer due to the Outpatient Cancer Drug Benefit Program (OCDBP).

These cancer drugs are provided free of charge at a list of specific hospitals and medical facilities.

You have to be registered for coverage by the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP).

All the info you need about the free cancer treatment plan in Alberta.