Cleft Lip/ Palate Orthodontic Program
Description:
For children born with a cleft lip and /or palate.
Region of Administration:
Provincial
Government / Department:
Health PEI
Eligibility:
Children ages 3-17 who are born with a cleft lip and/or palate.
Coverage:
Public Health, Dental Programs will pay 50% (maximum of $2,500) of the approved orthodontic treatment.
In cases where there is a need for further financial assistance, the patient can apply for 75% coverage (maximum of $3,750) or 100% coverage (maximum of $5,000).
Depending on your total family income (based on line 236 of the tax guide), you might be eligible for 75% or 100% funding.
Providers:
Dentists
Therapeutic Responsibility:
Dentists
Compensation:
Fee-for-service
How it Works:
Application for Orthodontic Treatment Funding for Cleft Palate Patients needs to be completed.
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