Terms/Defenition Flashcards
Health System
All the activities whos primary purpose is to promote, restore and/or maintain health
Medicare
Australia’s healthcare syste, which aims to improve the access to healthcare of all Australians in need of treatment, regardless of age or income, with little or no cost
Schedule Fee
A fee set for a service by the australian government
Medicare Safety Net
an additional rebate scheme introduced by the federal government for the benefit of patients, covering a range of doctors visits and tests received out of hospital.
what does the medicare safety net provide
It provides for reimbursement of 100 per cent of the MBS fee for out-of-hospital services once the relevant threshold has been met.
gap amount
The difference between the Medicare benefit (what Medicare pays for) and the schedule fee
Out-of-pocket costs
The difference between the Medicare benefit and what the doctor charges
Chronic medical condition
a condition that has been present for at least 6 months, is likely to be present for 6 moths or is terminal
Pharmaceutical Benefits Shceme (PBS)
a scheme that subsides the cost of a wide range of prescription medications, providing Australians with vital medications at a affordable prices to ensure that optimal health outcomes and economic objectives are achieved.
private health insurance (PHI)
a subscription or policy for which a person pays to provide them with different levels of cover. PHI can provide individuals with additional healthcare services than Medicare
