Despite the reduction in medications covered by PAMI, there is an option to get a full bonus.
He Comprehensive Medical Care Program (PAMI) It is a medical coverage system for retirees and pensioners that you have made your withdrawal through the ANSES. This guarantees personalized and quality care for seniors and their families.
Among the benefits that can be achieved through PAMI, are the free diapersfree access to anti-decubitus mattresses and other orthopedic elements, free dental coverage and choosing the professional, and exclusive hospitals for the holders.
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How to receive free medications from PAMI
Those who have a chronic illnessan acute condition or those undergoing long-term treatment, will be able to access partial and full coverage of some exclusive medications to reduce costs. In order to apply for this benefit, you must present these documents:
- National Identity Document (DNI).
- PAMI prescription from the doctor or specialist.
- Medication Order Form Via Exception (for initiation or renewal).
- Consent form.
- Summary of the medical history, if not completed on the form.
- Studies that justify the request.
Additionally, those who want to apply for this benefit must meet these requirements:
- Not own more than one property
- Not be affiliated with a prepaid medicine system simultaneously with the Institute.
- Have net income less than 1.5 minimum pension benefits.
- For households with cohabitants who have a Single Disability Certificate (CUD), monthly income must be less than three minimum pension benefits.
- Not be the owner of corporate assets that demonstrate full economic capacity.
- Do not own luxury aircraft or boats.
- Do not have vehicles less than 15 years old.
Medications with 100% coverage in PAMI
Recently, more than 40 medications became over-the-counter in Argentina, so PAMI will no longer include them in its coverage system. However, in these cases, they can apply for full coverage of their remedies:
Chronic treatments of prevalent diseases
- Includes medications for common and chronic diseases, selected for their safety and effectiveness. Some examples could include treatments for hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic respiratory problems, and more.
Diabetes
- Insulins: all insulins necessary for treatment.
- Hypoglycemics: oral medications to control blood sugar.
- Test strips: used to measure blood glucose levels.
Oncology and special treatments
- Oncological: medications to treat different types of cancer.
- Oncohematological: for oncohematological treatments, including Lenalidomide.
- Hemophilia: specific medications for this condition.
- Hepatitis B and C: treatments to combat chronic hepatitis.
- Antiretrovirals: to treat HIV.
- Transplant medications: includes immunosuppressants to prevent organ rejection.
Medications for members with disabilities
- 100% coverage for medications that treat the disabling condition, provided the necessary documentation is presented (medical history, medical prescription and disability certificate).
Outpatient medications through the Subsidy for Social Reasons
- Complete coverage for vulnerable people who cannot afford the cost of their outpatient medications.
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