Application to Register as an Appointed Supplier
Important Information
Thank you for your interest in applying for registration to supply approved hearing devices to clients of the Hearing Services Program (the program) through Contracted Hearing Service Providers (providers).
Please read the Deed of Standing Offer (the Deed), provide your name and email address, and read the documentation checklist below before continuing to the application.
Deed of Standing Offer
The Service Provider Contract and Associated Legislation requires that a provider may only fit a voucher holder with a hearing device that has been approved by the Minister by an appointed supplier under the program. Approval of a device by the Minister is dealt with in accordance with the terms and conditions of the current Deed.
It is in your best interest to ensure you read and understand the Deed prior to completing the application. Ensure that you are willing to agree to the requirements of registration as set out in the Deed should your application be successful. You should be aware that if you do not comply with the Deed once registered, your registration can be terminated.
Some important information to note set out in the Deed includes the following:
- Clause 5.1 of the Deed requires that devices which are required under section 9A of the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 to be registered must be included on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), before being offered by Suppliers for inclusion on the program’s device schedule/s.
- Part 6 of the Deed outlines the Indemnity and Insurance requirements required in your application.
- Schedule 1 of the Deed (the Device Schedule) contains a price schedule for approved device types.
Deed of Standing Offer 2019-2020
You may find it useful to download or print a copy of the Deed for your information as you complete the application form.
Please note, a new Deed of Variation will be released, taking effect 1 July 2020. If you would like further information, please email hearing@health.gov.au