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Consultation on the Private Health Insurance (PHI) Actuarial Study into Risk Equalisation
The Department is conducting studies into key PHI regulatory and policy settings (Lifetime Health Cover, Risk Equalisation Medicare Levy Surcharge, PHI Rebate and Private Hospital Default Benefit Arrangements). The aim of these studies is to identify opportunities to improve the affordability and quality of PHI cover for consumers to access private health services and to optimise the contribution private health makes to the health system. Finity Consulting (Finity), an actuarial... MoreClosed 5 December 2022 -
Independent Capability Review of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission
An independent capability review of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (the Commission) is being undertaken in response to recommendations 10 and 104 of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety. Mr David Tune AO PSM, former Secretary of the Australian Department of Finance, is conducting the review and will produce a preliminary and a final report over the course of the six-month review. The findings will be used to support... MoreClosed 2 December 2022 -
CHSP Survey about Employee Salary Costs and Employee Occupations
Survey of CHSP Providers regarding Employee Salary Costs and Employee Occupations The Fair Work Commission is currently considering applications to increase minimum award wages for the aged care sector. The Australian Government has supported these applications with a submission to the Fair Work Commission and committed to providing additional support to aged care providers to assist with meeting the increased costs of delivering care that may arise from a decision in this case.... MoreClosed 30 November 2022 -
Consultation on the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards
The Aged Care Quality Standards help older Australians to feel secure and supported, give families confidence that their loved ones are looked after, and ensure that aged care providers and workers know what is expected of them, whatever their size, location or offering. The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety highlighted that while the Quality Standards are a powerful tool to maintain and improve quality of care across the aged care sector, they required urgent... MoreClosed 25 November 2022 -
Vaccine Delivery and Inventory Management Survey - November 2022
This online survey aims to identify vaccine supply chain management (SCM) practices within the various state and territory health departments within Australia. The reason for this survey is to identify commonalities (and differences) is each state and territory's supply chain process. This will then allow the Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care to determine if there are any areas the holistic vaccine supply chain can be enhanced. For the purposes of this survey,... MoreClosed 15 November 2022 -
PHLN HIV Reference Laboratory Survey
PHLN’s recently revised laboratory case definition for HIV has stimulated a review of laboratory algorithms for the confirmation HIV in many primary and reference laboratories around Australia. This presents an opportunity for optimization and standardization of HIV confirmatory testing approaches in Australia. The aim of this survey is to better understand: Current confirmatory testing algorithms used in HIV reference laboratories around Australia. Planned... MoreClosed 11 November 2022 -
National Health Literacy Strategy Framework Consultation
The National Preventive Health Strategy 2021-2030 outlines Australia’s overarching, long-term approach to prevention. The aim of the National Preventive Health Strategy is to create a sustainable prevention system for all Australians, with a particular focus on the wider determinants of health, reducing health inequity and addressing the increasing burden of disease. This will help all Australians live in good health and wellbeing for as long as possible. The... MoreClosed 9 November 2022 -
Prostheses List Reforms - Consultation Paper 3(b) - Pathways for Applications to the Prostheses List
In May and June 2022, the Department of Health and Aged Care held a series of virtual workshops (three in total) with key stakeholders and a small group of sponsors to seek input into the new listing pathways process to be used as part of the future Prostheses List (PL) model facilitated by the Adelaide Health Technology Assessment (AHTA), School of Public Health, The University of Adelaide. These workshops built on the information outlined in Consultation Paper 3 - A modernised... MoreClosed 28 October 2022 -
Efficient Funding of Chemotherapy (EFC) Review – Interim Report
The EFC Program provides funding for chemotherapy and other medicines used for the treatment of cancer that are administered through infusion or injection at public or private hospitals. Not all cancer medicines are provided through the EFC Program; some may be subsidised through other sections of the broader Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). The Australian Government is undertaking a review of the EFC Program to examine current EFC arrangements and the associated... MoreClosed 28 October 2022 -
Redesign of the Quality Use of Diagnostics, Therapeutics and Pathology Program - First Nations Forum
The Department of Health and Aged Care is seeking to engage stakeholders regarding the redesign of the Quality Use of Diagnostics, Therapeutics and Pathology (QUDTP) Program. The QUDTP Program provides funding to improve the way medicines and medical tests are prescribed and used. As part of the redesign, two proposed grant opportunities are intended to be delivered: Health Professional Education Grant Opportunity – focusing on educational... MoreClosed 25 October 2022 -
Prostheses List Compliance Strategy
The Department of Health and Aged Care is seeking feedback from stakeholders on a proposed Prostheses List (PL) Compliance Strategy (the Strategy). The purpose of a PL compliance function is to maintain the integrity of the PL and its program. The proposed Strategy found at the bottom of the page is open for consultation via an online survey. MoreClosed 21 October 2022 -
Redesign of the Quality Use of Diagnostics, Therapeutics and Pathology Program
Overview The Department of Health and Aged Care is seeking to engage stakeholders regarding the redesign of the Quality Use of Diagnostics, Therapeutics and Pathology (QUDTP) Program. The QUDTP provides funding to improve the way medicines and medical tests are prescribed and used. As part of the redesign, two proposed grant opportunities are to be delivered: Health Professional Education Grant Program – focusing on... MoreClosed 19 October 2022 -
A New Approach to Regulating Aged Care
The Department of Health and Aged Care is developing a new approach to regulating aged care (the new model) through a consultation process with the aged care sector , older Australians, their families and carers. The new model will provide rules and guidance for aged care service providers, outlining what they are obligated to do to ensure the dignity, protection and safety of older Australians in aged care, and that they are receiving high quality care. ... MoreClosed 10 October 2022 -
Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) Review Advisory Committee - Surgical Assistant Working Group Draft Report
The Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) is a list of health professional services (items) that the Australian Government subsidises. MBS items provide patient benefits for a wide range of health services including consultations, diagnostic tests, therapy, and operations. In 2021, the Medicare Benefits Scheme (MBS) Continuous Review was established to ensure the MBS continues to support high-quality care, remains flexible, and stays up to date. The MBS Continuous Review... MoreClosed 7 October 2022 -
Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) Review Advisory Committee - Genetic Counselling Working Group Draft Final Report
The Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) is a list of health professional services (items) that the Australian Government subsidises. MBS items provide patient benefits for a wide range of health services including consultations, diagnostic tests, therapy, and operations. In 2021, the Medicare Benefits Scheme (MBS) Continuous Review was established to ensure the MBS continues to support high-quality care, remains flexible, and stays up to date. The MBS Continuous Review involves... MoreClosed 7 October 2022 -
National Medicines Policy - consultation on the revised NMP
Australia’s National Medicines Policy The Department of Health and Aged Care is inviting stakeholders to provide further feedback on a revised draft of the National Medicines Policy (NMP). Finalisation of the NMP Review was extended until after the recent Federal Election in May 2022. The Minister for Health and Aged Care, the Hon. Mark Butler MP has reappointed Professor Michael Kidd AM as the sole reviewer to complete the Review and provide a final... MoreClosed 27 September 2022 -
Consultation Paper on Private Health Insurance (PHI) Default Benefit Arrangements
Informing the Private Health Insurance Default Benefits Arrangement study Ernst & Young (EY) has been contracted by the Department of Health and Aged Care (the Department) to undertake a study of private health insurance (PHI) default benefit arrangements (the PHI default benefits). PHI default benefits include ‘minimum’ and ‘second-tier default’ benefits, both of which are defined in the Private Health Insurance (Benefit Requirements) Rules 2011... MoreClosed 23 September 2022 -
Final Report for COVID-19 Aged Care CHSP Meals (From Funding Payment to 30 June 2022)
Overview of Reporting on COVID-19 Aged Care CHSP Meals Funding provided through the COVID-19 Aged Care CHSP Meals grant activity was a key component in the Commonwealth’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This Final Report is a standalone report that will ensure organisations meet accountability requirements under the Simple Grant Agreement. Your completion of this report should provide clear information to allow the Department to assess your... MoreClosed 16 September 2022 -
Final Report for COVID-19 CHSP Emergency Support (From Funding Payment to 30 June 2022)
Overview of Reporting on COVID-19 CHSP Emergency Support Funding provided through the COVID-19 CHSP Emergency Support grant activity was a key component in the Commonwealth’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and other unforeseen events. This Final Report is a standalone report that will ensure organisations meet accountability requirements under the Simple Grant Agreement. Your completion of this report should provide clear information to allow... MoreClosed 16 September 2022 -
Aged Care on-site pharmacists
We are seeking feedback on the planned introduction of on-site pharmacists in residential aged care homes. Having a pharmacist on-site will give residents and their families confidence that medications are regularly reviewed, appropriate, and will provide continuity in medication management. This positive change for older Australians responds to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, Recommendation 38, and will be rolled out from 2023. The Aged care on-site... MoreClosed 16 September 2022 -
Consultation: Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)
About the Child Dental Benefits Schedule The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) is a national program funded by the Australian Government and managed by the Department of Health and Aged Care and Services Australia. The CDBS replaced the Medicare Teen Dental Plan in 2014 and provides children who are eligible for Medicare and who satisfy a means test with up to $1026 in benefits over a two calendar year period for basic dental services (refer to the CDBS Brochure at ... MoreClosed 25 August 2022 -
Proposed Changes to the Recommended use of Zoster Vaccines
The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) is consulting with stakeholders on proposed changes to the recommended use of Zoster vaccines for inclusion in the Australian Immunisation Handbook, with an intention to submit the recommendation to the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) for its approval under section 14A of the National Health and Medical Research Council Act 1992. The draft recommendations and the rationale for the changes are outlined in... MoreClosed 7 August 2022 -
"Ngayubah Gadan" Coming Together - Cairns Summit Feedback
Thank you for attending the "Ngayubah Gadan" Coming Together Cairns Summit. Please provide your feedback on the summit through this survey. MoreClosed 31 July 2022 -
Ongoing consultation: Private Health Insurance (PHI) Actuarial Study on the Medicare Levy Surcharge and PHI Rebate
Finity Consulting Pty Limited (Finity) are conducting the actuarial study into the effectiveness of the regulatory settings for the Medicare Levy Surcharge (MLS) and the PHI Rebate (Rebate) announced in the 2021-22 Budget. The aim of reforms to the key incentives is to improve the affordability and value of PHI, participation in PHI, and the sustainability of the mixed model of private and public healthcare. Also, how these can be designed to support better value and outcomes... MoreClosed 31 July 2022 -
Proposed changes to the recommended use of meningococcal B vaccines in people at increased risk of meningococcal B disease
The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) is consulting with stakeholders on proposed changes to recommended use of meningococcal B vaccines in people at increased risk of meningococcal B disease for inclusion in the Australian Immunisation Handbook, with an intention to submit the recommendation to the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) for its approval under section 14A of the National Health and Medical Research Council Act 1992. The draft... MoreClosed 17 July 2022 -
Aged Care Webpages Review
The Department of Health is reviewing the aged care content published on health.gov.au. The Aged Care Pages Development Survey aims to collate an understanding of how the content is found and used. MoreClosed 14 July 2022 -
National Strategy for Organ Donation, Retrieval and Transplantation Consultation
The organ donation and transplantation sector in Australia has seen significant growth since the beginning of the national program in 2009. Although the COVID-19 pandemic impacted recent organ donation and transplantation rates in Australia and internationally, Australians continued to publicly support donation through a record number of new registrations on the Australian Organ Donor Register in 2021. In 2017, media reports highlighted concerns around inequitable access to... MoreClosed 3 July 2022 -
RAT Test Results Form
Aged Care Rapid Antigen Testing Results MoreClosed 30 June 2022 -
Review of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program - Questions and Feedback
The Australian Government’s National Bowel Cancer Screening Program invites eligible Australians aged between 50 to 74 years to screen every two years using a free and simple screening test. The Program aims to reduce deaths from bowel cancer by detecting early signs of the disease. In 2020, the Department of Health commissioned Deloitte Access Economics to undertake an independent review of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. A Review Report has now been... MoreClosed 20 June 2022 -
Consultation Draft - National Initial Assessment and Referral for Mental Healthcare for older adults
National Initial Assessment and Referral for Mental Healthcare for older adults Consultation Draft – Survey Caretaker notice: The Prime Minister has announced a 21 May 2022 federal election and as such the Department of Health is operating in accordance with the caretaker conventions. Departments and agencies restrict their activities in some respects during the caretaker period so as to protect the apolitical nature of the Australian Public... MoreClosed 15 June 2022
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