health card

Insurance identification document

A health card is an identification card that provides access to medical services, typically issued by a government health insurance program or private insurer.

In Canada, provincial health cards are essential for accessing publicly funded healthcare: Don't forget to bring your health card to the appointment.

The term may also refer to cards documenting required health screenings for food service workers.

Opposites
access to healthcare

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Money owed for treatment

uninsured · medical bankruptcy · self-pay · insurance denial

type of medical document

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Medical dispensing authorization

death certificate · medical bill · collection notice · DNR order · discharge papers

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G