As soon as possible, you should: Call Health Insurance BC to get your Personal Health Number.
Visit an ICBC driver licencing office
to get a replacement BC Services Card with your photo on it.
How long does it take for BC health card to arrive?
Your BC Services Card will be mailed to you within
four to six weeks
.
How do I get a new BC health card?
A: If you need to replace a lost, stolen or damaged CareCard, you should
contact MSP by telephone to request for a replacement card at 604-683-7151
. Q: How can I contact MSP? A: You can contact MSP by telephone at 604-683-7151. They are open Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm.
Can I get a BC Services Card online?
When you go to get your BC Services Card, your identity is verified using ICBC's existing identity-proofing and renewal processes.
Before you access services online, you must do a one-time security check to verify your identity
. You do not have to do this in person.
Is a BC Services Card the same as a Care Card?
The BC Services Card has replaced the CareCard
, including the Gold CareCard. The BC Services Card provides access to insured provincial health care benefits for eligible B.C. residents.
Can I renew my B.C. health card online?
Renew a card
You will need a valid BC Services Card that is not expired to set up the BC Services Card app to access government services online
.
How do I check my MSP account?
To check your account information, including your account balance,
call 1-877-405-4909
. Before calling, have your MSP account number from your invoice ready, so we can easily assist you.
Can I use my B.C. health card in Ontario?
Hospital Benefits in Canada:
B.C. residents are strongly advised to purchase additional health insurance when travelling to other Canadian provinces/territories to cover the cost of services not included in the reciprocal agreement between the provinces/territories
.
Can waiting periods be waived?
Usually, they only waive or some of the waiting periods for general treatment services
. Always check which waiting periods will still apply. It is very rare for insurers to waive the twelve month waiting periods for pre-existing conditions, obstetrics, or major dental.
Can I still use my old B.C. Care Card?
Yes. after the BC Services Card is launched on February 15, 2013, the CareCard will remain a valid piece of government identification for the next five years
.
Does BC Services Card expire?
If your BC Services Card is expired
To set up the app, you now need to provide a valid BC Services Card that is not expired.
If your BC Services Card is expired, you need to: Get a new BC Services Card
. Wait to receive your new BC Services Card in the mail.
Why do I need a BC Services Card?
The BC Services Card is a government-issued identification assigned to BC residents that
provides access to government services
.
What is a BC services mobile card?
Provided by Government of British Columbia
Use a mobile card to prove who you are when accessing a government service online. A mobile card is
digital ID on your mobile device
. It makes it safe, quick and easy. Set up a Mobile Card to access many government services online.
How much does a BC ID card cost?
| BC Services photo card Free | Original BCID (valid for five years) $35 | Replacement or renewal $15 | Seniors (65+) $15 | Surrender a driver's licence for a BCID Free |
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What is my MSP number?
Each B.C. resident enrolled with the Medical Services Plan (MSP) is given a unique lifetime identifier for health care called a Personal Health Number (PHN). Your PHN remains the same, regardless of any changes to personal status, and
can be found on your BC Services Card
.
Can I check my MSP online?
The online form takes about 15 minutes to complete
. No login or password is required: the Account Holder's Personal Health Number (PHN) will be used to verify your account. Before you start, make sure that you have documentation to support the requested change.
What is BC equivalent to OHIP?
In British Columbia, public health insurance is called the
Medical Services Plan
or simply MSP. It covers the cost of medically-necessary insured doctor services.
Can you have 2 health cards in Canada?
You can obtain health insurance coverage from only one province or territory at any time
. Your new province or territory will notify ServiceOntario when you apply for your new health insurance coverage.
Does BC MSP cover out of province?
In some circumstances, while temporarily outside the province for work or vacation,
individuals may retain eligibility for coverage during an ‘extended absence' of up to 24 consecutive months, once in a 60 month (five year) period
.
