Patient Travel Benefits at 2895 Chowat Road, Agassiz

Administers and coordinates medical travel to eligible First Nations clients on behalf of the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) Health Benefits Program. Arrangement is also available for a driver to take members to appointments if there is no one in the family who can provide transportation.

The program provides funding for transportation to the closest appropriate medical professional and or facility for medical or health related services that are eligible through the BC Medical Service Plan or covered by FNHA.
Agency
Seabird Island Band
Physical Address

2895 Chowat Road, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0

Phone Numbers
Main Line: 604-796-2177
Main Fax: 604-796-3729
Administrative Line: 604-796-2165
Eligibility
Targeted Population Restricted

Program administered according to FNHA Health Benefits guidelines. Client must provide documentation of the general practitioner or family physician referral, confirmation of appointment, and confirmation of attendance at the appointment once travel has been completed.
Application Process
Appointment required at least one week in advance. Call or email Seabird Island Doctors' Office and Medical Centre.
Hours
Monday
08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday
08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday
08:00 - 16:00
Thursday
08:00 - 16:00
Friday
08:00 - 16:00
Closed statutory holidays
Main Website: https://www.seabirdisland.ca/medtransport/
Languages
English
Service delivery
In Person
Coverage Area
Chilliwack-Hope-Agassiz
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible