How to Renew Your New Brunswick Medicare Card
New Brunswick Medicare cards can't be renewed online. To renew or replace your card, call Service New Brunswick TeleServices at 1-888-762-8600 or visit a Service New Brunswick office. If your card expired more than 2 years ago, you need to apply again as a new applicant.
If your card has expired
| Expired for | What you need |
|---|---|
| Up to 12 months | No proof needed |
| 13 to 24 months | Proof of identity and residency |
| More than 24 months | A full new Medicare application |
New applications can take 10 to 12 weeks to process.
Step by step
- Check your card's expiry date.
- Call TeleServices at 1-888-762-8600, or visit a Service New Brunswick office.
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Provide any documents asked for.
What you need depends on how long the card has been expired.
Phone numbers
Service New Brunswick TeleServices (Medicare)
1-888-762-8600Related
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Frequently asked questions
Can I renew my NB Medicare card online?
No. Call TeleServices or visit a Service New Brunswick office.
Sources
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