First Nations & Inuit Patients
Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Dental Services
NIHB dental benefits are subject to program eligibility, service rules and, for some services, prior approval. Contact Indigenous Services Canada and Orchards Smiles Dental to confirm the current process for your situation.
Program Rules
Confirm Eligibility and Service Rules
Check the official NIHB program information for current eligibility and dental benefit rules. Coverage can depend on the service and circumstances.
NIHB dental benefits (Indigenous Services Canada)Preauthorization and Provider Process
Ask whether a service requires predetermination or prior approval, what information is needed and whether the clinic can submit or coordinate the request. Do not proceed on an assumption that approval has been granted.
Costs
Confirm Any Patient Charges
Ask the clinic whether any amount may be payable by you and how billing is handled for the specific service. No website copy should promise full coverage or zero out-of-pocket cost.
For general visit and benefit questions, see patient information or browse the clinic’s dental services.
Common Questions
All About The NIHB Program
The NIHB Program covers certain dental care and other health-related benefits for eligible First Nation and Inuit clients that are not covered by provincial-territorial, or other third-party insurance plans.
You can stay on top of your benefits by either contacting the NIHB Program directly or discussing your coverage with us during your visit.
For more details about the NIHB Program, visit the Indigenous Services Canada website or feel free to contact their office directly.
Contact The Clinic
Ask About NIHB Appointments
Call (780) 540-9600 before booking to confirm whether the clinic currently handles the relevant NIHB service and what to bring. You can also contact the clinic online.