A formulary is a list of therapeutic products available to people with work-related injury and illness. We have developed formularies that are specifically related to types of work-related injuries and illnesses and thus, we do not have a general formulary. A person may have access to one or multiple WSIB formularies. If someone’s diagnosis does not easily fit one of the listed formularies, entitlement will be assigned on a case-by-case basis.
The following is a list of WSIB formularies and related descriptions. People with a workplace injury or illness who are registered for online services can view their formulary assignment in the Health Care - Medication section. If your formulary assignment is not clear, you can send a message in the online services or call us for more information.
Drug formularies
|
Formulary Name |
TELUS Code |
Description |
|---|---|---|
|
Musculoskeletal / Neurological Injury |
02WS |
For injuries involving the musculoskeletal system (such as muscle sprains, strains, and orthopaedic or skull/face trauma) or central and peripheral nervous system |
|
Respiratory Injury/Disorder |
09WS |
For injuries due to inhalation of gases or particulate matter or allergens. For example, occupational silicosis, asbestosis or asthma |
|
Cardiovascular Injury/Disorder |
14WS |
For an occupational aggravation of a pre-existing cardiovascular condition or a traumatic incident or cardiovascular disease or injury due to occupational exposures |
|
Skin Injury/Disorder |
15WS |
For conditions of the skin caused by occupational exposure. For example, contact dermatitis, allergic dermatitis and burns |
|
Cancer |
19WS |
For neoplasms that are determined to be caused by occupational exposures |
|
Psychotraumatic Disorder |
22WS |
For psychological conditions, disabilities or impairments caused by psychotraumatic work or related incidents. For example, post-traumatic stress disorder |
|
Initial |
25WS |
Allowed claims are assigned to this formulary during the acute phase following injury (0-3 months) |
|
Serious Injury |
27WS |
Reserved for claims assigned to the Serious Injury Program (SIP) |
Therapeutic Substance Formularies
| Formulary Name | TELUS Code | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Cannabis | 28WS | Reserved for claims where entitlement to medical cannabis has been granted |