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Government Calls for Public Representatives on Health Services Review Committee

Released on May 26, 2014

Saskatchewan residents who want to make a difference in health care have the opportunity to serve on a committee that helps ensure decisions on out-of-province and out-of-country medical coverage are consistent with legislation, policies and guidelines.

The Ministry of Health is seeking motivated people to fill several public representative positions on the Health Services Review Committee, an independent body which reviews government decisions made on out-of-province and out-of-country medical coverage.  Closing date for submission of resumés is June 6.

“We’re looking for people who would like to share their knowledge and voice, putting the interests of patients first,” Health Minister Dustin Duncan said.  “Public members play an important role in ensuring the best interests of Saskatchewan residents are represented.”  

Patients may request a review of Ministry of Health decisions to ensure that government policy was followed. 

Although prior approval is not required for most hospital and physician services received in other provinces, coverage for out-of-country treatment is only considered in exceptional circumstances and must have prior approval from the Ministry of Health.  Information on out-of-province and out-of-country medical services can be found at www.health.gov.sk.ca/out-of-province.

Saskatchewan citizens with relevant skills including prior experience on boards, councils or committees are encouraged to apply.  Typically these are three-year appointments, which may be extended for a second term.  Meetings convene in Regina, Saskatoon or other locations in Saskatchewan.  The time commitment ranges from four to 12 days a year.  Travel expenses and an honourarium will be paid.

Saskatchewan residents interested in serving on the committee should submit a resumé including a history of their community involvement and volunteer activities, along with relevant education and employment experience, to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health, Health Services Review Committee, 3475 Albert Street, Regina SK S4S 6X6, or email HealthServices.ReviewCommittee@health.gov.sk.ca.

For further details, visit www.health.gov.sk.ca/HSRC.

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For more information, contact:

Tyler McMurchy
Health
Regina
Phone: 306-787-4083
Email: tmcmurchy@health.gov.sk.ca

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