Medications
Reimbursement for the purchase of acute and chronic medications
What can you receive?
Reimbursement for prescription drugs defined as medications under the Pharmacists' Regulations set by the Ministry of Health. This does not include dietary supplements and vitamins, except for vitamins registered as medications under the Pharmacists' Regulations.
Bereaved parents - receive 270 ₪ monthly for medications through the benefits slip. Additional reimbursement can be received when the monthly amount of purchases exceeds the amount of 270 ₪ paid monthly through the benefits slip.
Reimbursement for acute (temporary) medications
You can be reimbursed for acute (temporary) medications if their cost exceeds 26 ₪ per package.
Reimbursement is given for prescribed medications, such as antibiotics.
It is recommended to retain receipts and submit them together monthly.
Reimbursement for medications for chronic conditions
Up to the age of 72, you can receive a monthly reimbursement, for a period of up to two years. After two years, the approval for the reimbursement must be renewed. From the age of 72, the approval is permanent unless there is a change in your regular medications. In such case, you must submit receipts indicating the change or an updated medication dispensing report from your HMO.
In cases of using a medication that costs more than 400 ₪ per month - you can be reimbursed subject to submitting receipts monthly, even if the medication is listed as a chronic medication in the medical record.
All requests are reviewed by a certified medical professional on behalf of the department.
For your attentionMedications must be purchased at a pharmacy of your HMO or a pharmacy affiliated with your HMO. Reimbursement can be received for purchases made at a private pharmacy, if the specific medication cannot be obtained through the HMO - such requests are reviewed individually.
How to apply?
To receive reimbursement for acute (temporary) medications, submit an application through your account:
Prescriptions.
Tax invoices or receipts in your name, or a medication dispensing report issued by your HMO.
It is recommended to retain receipts and submit them together monthly.
To receive reimbursement for medications for chronic conditions, submit an application through your account:
Medical certificate detailing the list of regular medications and monthly dosage.
A medication dispensing report including the names and prices of medications purchased for a period of at least 3 months, or alternatively: tax invoices or receipts and a prescription in your name, indicating the purchase of medications for at least 3 consecutive months.
If the medication is not sold at a pharmacy of your HMO, you must attach a confirmation issued by your HMO, indicating that it does not cover the medication.
If necessary, we will contact you and request additional documents.
What happens after you apply?
We will respond regarding acute or chronic medications within 33 business days from the receipt of all required documents. If there is any delay, we will make sure to inform you.
After eligibility is approved, the reimbursement will be transferred via the monthly benefits slip.
