Prescribed Drugs. It is the responsibility of the employee to notify the administration when he/she is under the influence of a legally prescribed drug that may affect employee’s ability to perform his/her work duties. An employee may continue to work, even though under the influence of a legal drug, if the administration has determined by appropriate method, including when necessary, contacting the prescribing physician or pharmacist, that the employee does not pose a threat to his/her safety or the safety of others and that the employee’s job performance is not adversely affected. However, an employee under the influence of a legally prescribed drug may be required to take a leave of absence or comply with other appropriate action determined by the administration.
Prescribed Drugs. To claim expenses for prescribed drugs, present your identification pay direct card to your Pharmacy and they will bill for payment directly. Hospitalization In Canada: Direct the hospital to send a standard hospital claim form to the carrier. Payment will be sent directly to the hospital. Out of Country: In the event of an emergency, contact the carrier immediately with personal information regarding the hospital visit. Arrangements will be made to pay the hospital directly. A form will be sent to you for your authorization to allow the carrier to approach the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (O.H.I.P.) or equivalent for payment of their portion on your behalf. Private Duty Nursing A statement from your doctor indicating name of patient, diagnosis, dates of service, nursing duties and expected duration of service must be provided prior to employment. Attach this statement to a claim form and send directly to the carrier for approval.
Prescribed Drugs. Prescribed Drugs is a factor when the individual uses a prescribed drug with measurable effect interfering with performance.
Prescribed Drugs. Reimbursement for prescribed drugs covered by the plan will be based on the cost of the lowest priced therapeutically equivalent of the drug, unless there is a documented adverse reaction to that drug or unless the beneficiary’s doctor stipulates that the lowest price drug is not an alternative, in which case the reimbursement will be for the prescribed drug.
Prescribed Drugs a. Administered Drugs. Prescribed drugs that require skilled administration by medical personnel, such as injections and infusions, are provided upon payment of a $20.00 Supplemental Charge per dose. When provided during a hospital stay specified in section B, during an outpatient surgery or procedure specified in section A-2, during an outpatient dialysis procedure specified in section J-1, while receiving Skilled Nursing Care specified in section K, or during an Emergency Services visit specified in section S-1, prescribed drugs that require skilled administration by medical personnel are included in the Supplemental Charges specified in the aforementioned benefit section. The criteria below must be met:
Prescribed Drugs. Medication prescribed by a physician, and some over-the-counter drugs may affect behavior or performance sufficiently that it would be unwise to allow an employee to work with certain equipment or to drive a Company vehicle while taking such medication. In cases where employees are taking medication that may adversely affect safety or performance, they should advise their immediate supervisor of that fact prior to the start of work for determination by the supervisor if adjustments need to be made in order to safeguard the employee and co-workers.
