Welcome to Medicare Australia
Caretaker Arrangements
On 19 July 2010 the Australian Government assumed a caretaker role, with an election to be held on 21 August 2010.
Information on Human Services Portfolio websites will be published in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions circulated by the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet.
Local Connections to Work
Centrelink offices have recently combined efforts with community, government and non-government organisations in the local region to bring a more tailored approach to job seekers and other individuals requiring assistance. More information on Local Connections to Work can be found on the Centrelink website.
In Focus
Federal, state and territory governments have developed a national Healthcare Identifiers Service which will uniquely identify healthcare providers and individuals who seek healthcare. Information about the service is available now.
Have you received a Medicare Teen Dental Plan voucher for an annual preventative dental check? If so, remember to use your voucher before it expires on 31 December 2010. Make an appointment with a dentist today!
The Health Legislation amendment (Midwives and Nurse Practitioners) Bill 2009 has now been passed allowing nurse practitioners and midwives to access Medicare Benefit Schedule (MBS) items and prescribe medicines under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) from 1 November 2010. For more information go to the DoHA website or register now.
Superannuation Clearing House
If you are looking for Superannuation Clearing House content it has been moved to a more suitable location. To access the direct link to the Superannuation Clearing House registration, the Non-Health Government Initiatives tab is displayed at the top of the page.
