LMIA FinderHealthcare in Prince Edward Island
Complete guide to PEI Health Card — coverage, registration, prescription programs, and finding a doctor.
Health Plan
PEI Health Card
Waiting Period
None
Registration Office
Health PEI
Telehealth
811
811
How to Register
Steps to get your Prince Edward Island health card
Visit the Health PEI office or apply online.
Bring your passport, work/study permit or PR card, and proof of address.
Complete the application form and submit your documents.
Receive your health card by mail (some locations issue temporary cards on the spot).
Quick Facts
- ✓Waiting Period: None
- ✓Office: Health PEI
- ✓Find a Doctor: Patient Registry (healthpei.ca)
Coverage Details
✓What's Covered
- ✓Doctor visits
- ✓Hospital stays
- ✓Lab tests
- ✓X-rays
- ✓Surgery
- ✓Maternity care
✗What's NOT Covered
- ✗Dental
- ✗Vision
- ✗Most prescriptions
- ✗Ambulance ($150)
- ✗Physiotherapy
Prescription Drug Coverage
How Prince Edward Island handles prescription medication costs
Prince Edward Island Prescription Program
PEI Pharmacare — covers eligible residents.
Most working-age adults need employer-provided insurance or a private plan for prescription drug coverage. Check if your employer offers extended health benefits.
Finding a Doctor
How to find a family doctor or healthcare provider in Prince Edward Island
Doctor Registry
Register with Patient Registry (healthpei.ca) to be matched with a family doctor accepting new patients in your area.
Walk-in Clinics
While waiting for a family doctor, visit walk-in clinics for non-emergency care. No appointment needed — just bring your health card.
Telehealth
Call 811 at 811 for free health advice from registered nurses, 24/7.
Important Notes for Prince Edward Island
Smallest province. No waiting period. Close-knit healthcare community.
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