Introduction to the Australian Healthcare System Flashcards
1
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Name the parts of the Australian Healthcare System
A
- Primary Health Care
- Health Promotion
- Hospitals
- Specialist Services
2
Q
Describe Primary Health Care
A
- General Practice (GP)
- Allied Health services
- Dentists
- Community Health Care Services
- Health Promotion Activities
3
Q
Describe Specialist Services
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- Services to support complex health conditions
- Requires referral from GP
4
Q
Describe aspects of Hospitals
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- Out patient clinics
- Emergency Department
- In patient care
- Rehabilitation
5
Q
What are the main types of insurance schemes in Australia?
A
- Medicare
- Private health insurance
- NDIS
- My Aged Care
6
Q
What is Medicare?
A
- Funded by Federal Government through tax
- Covers public hospital
- Does not cover ambulance, dentist, medications, allied health
- Only available to Australian/New Zealand citizens, permanent Australian residents, people from countries in reciprocal relationships
7
Q
Describe Private Health Insurance
A
- Pays for hospital coverage + extras depending on plan
- Individual with elective surgery waits less
8
Q
Describe the NDIS Scheme
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- Individual support for those with a disability
- Individuals assessed, then amount and type of support is determined with a package for those eligible
9
Q
Describe the My Aged Care Scheme
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- Needs based support for 65 +
- Amount of support depends on financial situation
