NCC ikajuKatigek Medical Transportation Program (MTP)

• NCC MTP Medical Transportation Approval Form
• Proof of medical appointment or procedure
• Medical referral from a physician, nurse practitioner, or regional/community nurse
• Medical Transportation Escort Referral Form, if an escort is required
• Receipts for reimbursement claims

Who is eligible?

• Full members of the NunatuKavut Community Council.
• Canadian residents who need insured medical travel.
• Members needing escort-supported medical travel, where approved.

Who is not eligible

• People who are not full NCC members.
• Applicants whose travel costs are covered by another insurance plan or federal program.
• Travel for services available locally or for excluded medical services.

Eligible expenses

• Airfare, taxi fares, private vehicle use, bus and ferry travel, and emergency transportation.
• Registered or private accommodations and meal allowances.
• Escort travel expenses when pre-authorized.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

• Personal care items, laundry, telephone charges, room damage, movie or game rentals, room service, tips, and gratuities.
• Travel to locally available health services or compassionate travel.
• Non-insured services, cosmetic or experimental procedures, and other excluded medical services.
• Escort fees, honorariums, or salaries.

Eligible geographic areas

• Canada

• Applications are reviewed by NCC staff for eligibility and pre-approval.
• The applicant is contacted after the review with the outcome.
• If denied, an appeal can be filed for internal review and decision.
• Approved travel may be arranged by NCC or claimed by reimbursement with receipts.

• Full members receiving provincial income support must first seek assistance through the provincial program.
• Members must disclose other sources of travel assistance when applying.
• Approved claims must be submitted within 30 days after travel ends.
• Complaints and appeals are handled internally, with written responses provided within four weeks.