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OHIP - Coverage for Second Opinion? 

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Posted On: 8/16/2016
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Does OHIP cover the cost of getting a second opinion regarding cataract surgery?
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Posted On: 8/18/2016
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Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

We can appreciate that you would be concerned about this situation.

Unfortunately, we do not have detailed information regarding specific services that OHIP covers.

You can find some general information on the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care website in the What's Covered by OHIP? section.

For more details and information about specific treatments, you may want to contact the nearest ministry office.

To find out information about specific treatments and services you may also want to try and contact ServiceOntario directly at:

ServiceOntario INFOline
1-866-532-3161 (Toll-free in Ontario only)
TTY 1-800-387-5559.

In Toronto, TTY 416-327-4282

Hours of operation : 8:30am - 5:00pm

I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation.

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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
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