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Are Doctor’s Fees Threatening Private Health Insurance in Australia?
Australia has a universal healthcare system (Medicare). There is also has a private health insurance option that covers admissions into private hospitals. It is understandable that most Australians who are not health economists (unlike yours truly) would consider...
One Big Thing not to overlook if you are completing an initial application to the Medical Services Advisory Committee (MSAC)
Manufacturers of innovative technology are often eager to have the medical procedure for their new technology included on the Australian Medical Benefits Schedule (MBS). This is the list of procedures, tests and consultations which the Australian Medicare System will...
Prostheses List Reform Update
Prostheses List Reform Update
Physician Reimbursement Australia – Changes to the Medical Services Advisory Committee (MSAC) Application processes.
The Medical Services Advisory Committee (MSAC) is the body that advises the Australian Minister for Health on evidence relating to the safety, effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of new medical technologies and procedures. In order for a doctor or other health...
Will there be any changes in the Australian Medical Device Market Post Election?
Those of us living in Australia have endured a seemingly interminable, quite boring, election campaign. While health and the Australian Medicare system has been a campaign issue, there has, not surprisingly, been little discussion about medical technology specifically.
Further Reading May 2016 Newsletter
What is the Medicare Rebate Freeze? The Health Minister, Sussan Ley spectacularly bungled the discussion about the Medicare Rebate Freeze this week. This article by Associate Professor Helen Dickinson explains the history of the rebate freeze and the ramifications of...
Experts in medical device reimbursement and market access in Australia