RAMQ offers a reimbursement program of up to $300 for the purchase of glasses or contact lenses for children under 18 years old. This financial support, available every two years, helps families in Quebec provide quality eye care for their children. Take advantage of it now at Altitude Optométrie, your trusted optometrist in Gatineau!
RAMQ Reimbursement Program Details:
- Reimbursement amount: Up to $300 for the purchase of prescription glasses or contact lenses.
- Frequency: One reimbursement every 24 months per child.
Eligibility conditions:
- The child must be under 18 at the time of purchase.
- Must be covered by the Quebec health insurance plan.
- Must have a valid prescription issued by an optometrist or ophthalmologist.
Eligible products:
- Prescription corrective glasses.
- Prescription corrective contact lenses.
Non-eligible products:
- Non-corrective glasses (e.g., non-prescription sunglasses).
- Glasses purchased outside Quebec.
- Reading glasses available without a prescription.
How to benefit from the $300 RAMQ reimbursement: To claim your reimbursement, follow these simple steps:
- Visit Altitude Optométrie in Gatineau for an eye exam and choose the glasses or contact lenses suitable for your child.
- Keep your prescription and receipt provided at the time of purchase.
- Submit your reimbursement request online on the RAMQ website with your child's health insurance number.
FAQ – RAMQ Reimbursement Program
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My child already has private insurance. Can they benefit from the RAMQ program? Yes, the RAMQ program is available to all eligible children, regardless of private insurance.
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How do I submit a reimbursement request? Requests are made online on the RAMQ website. You will need your child's health insurance number, along with copies of the prescription and the receipt.
