3. Australia’s Healthcare System Flashcards
1
Q
What does Medicare cover
A
- doctor and specialist consultations
- x-rays
-surgeries and other therapeutical procedures by GP’s - eye tests by optometrists
-pathology such as blood or urine tests - fee-free treatment and accomodation in public hospitals
- 75% if scheduled fee fir treatment in private hospitals
2
Q
What does Medicare not cover
A
-cosmetic procedures
-dental
-ambulance services
-most costs associated with private hospitals
- massage, physiotherapy, chiropractic , osteopathy
-glasses, medications, hearing aids, contact lenses
3
Q
How is Medicare funded
A
General taxation
Medicare levy
4
Q
What is Medicare levy
A
- extra 2% of tax goes to Medicare (fair and equitable)
-low income earners may be exempt
5
Q
What is the Medicare safety net?
A
*extra financial assistance given to people who have excessive medical expenses each year
- those who are spending large amounts of money on health services will have ti pay less for certain services
6
Q
Bulk billing?
A
-When the service charges the scheduled fee
- don’t have to pay for service
