Australias health System Flashcards
1
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Medicare
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Medicare is Australia’s universal healthcare system that provides free or subsidised treatment for all Australians, permanent residents and people from countries with a reciprocal agreement
2
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Medicare Safety net
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The Medicare safety net provides extra financial assistance for those services that occur significant out of pocket costs for Medicare services In a calendar year, further financial support is provided by the govt making Medicare services cheaper for the remainder of the year
3
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What is not covered by Medicare?
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Medicare covers most “clinically necessary “ services, any cosmetic surgery’s or unessecaru procedures are generally not covered , as well as treatment in a private hospital although a contribution is made
