Chapter 10- Australia's health system

Question 1

what is Medicare?

Answer 1

Australias universal health insurance scheme.
Gives all Australians, permanent residents and people from countries with a reciprocal agreement access to healthcare that is subsidised by the federal governement.

Question 2

medicare- what’s covered? what’s not covered?

Answer 2

covered-
consultation fees
dermatologist
paediatrician
xrays
pathology tests
eye tests
not covered-
cosmetic surgery
dentist (most)
ambo
alternative medicines

Question 3

advantages and disadvantages of medicare

Answer 3

advantages-
reduced cost
covers tests and examinations
avaliable
disadvantages-
no choice of doctor at public hospital
waiting times can be long

Question 4

PBS- What is it?

Answer 4

Provides subsidised essential medication

Question 5

PBS costs

Answer 5

up to $31.60 for most medicines
$7.70 for concession

Question 6

advantages and disadvantages of PBS

Answer 6

advantages-
PBS safety net ensures people who spend a large amount of money on PBS medications receive additional financial support