When we went here, we brought about four (4) months' supply of maintenance drugs for OWP. Eventually, our supply ran low and we have to check where we can get a new prescription filled so we can buy here.
We were thinking that we have to get a laboratory test for him before they give a prescription. After asking around, we were informed that to obtain a lab test, a doctor's request needs to be secured. We googled on where we can secure that and these are the steps we did:
- Created an account at a virtual walk-in clinic. https://www.walkinvirtualclinics.com
- Filled up the form which included medical history, surgical history, and current medications. They also inquired about our MSP number, birthdate, and other personal details.
- The form also asked to nominate a pharmacy of choice including the actual branch/ location.
- Choose a schedule.
- Choose whether the appointment is via phone or via video call. We chose via phone.
- We received a confirmation of our schedule almost immediately.
The consultation is free but you must not miss it.
OWP scheduled his appointment for the following day. At the scheduled time, the doctor called and talked to OWP. It was a quick talk and he did not request for any laboratory to be done. He instead asked OWP to monitor his blood pressure. He reconfirmed the medicines and told us that the prescription will be sent to our nominated drugstore.
After about two (2) hours, the drugstore (in this case London drug) called OWP and mentioned that they are readying three (3) months' worth of medicines. It will be available for pick-up anytime. They also briefed him about his medications.
OWP went the following day to pick up the maintenance meds and he paid about CAD 100. The pharmacist told him that the amount is reimbursable. We just need to find out how to do it. 😜
And that's it. Maintenance meds secured. 👍
