Medicare Flashcards
1
Q
Define Medicare
A
Medicare is Australia’s universal health insurance scheme funded by the federal government.
2
Q
What does medicare cover?
A
- Doctor and specialist consultation fees as often as needed.
- Tests and examinations needed to treat illness e.g eye tests & most procedures performed by a doctor.
3
Q
What does medicare not cover?
A
- Most dental examinations
- Ambulance services
- Private hospital costs
