NSW
What are the thresholds for HAs + lumpsum for Post 02 claim?
- HAs: 6%
- lumpsum: 20.5%
What is the cut-off date?
12th Nov 1997
What is the cut-off date?
30th Sep 1987
What is the threshold to be eligible for HSP?
- 3fahl table: 23
- Hfahl table: 40
What is the cut-off date for a Police Officer to be considered as HOD (Hurt On Duty)?
Police officers attested before 01/04/1988
What table under audiogram do we use if the client's DOI is on the 31st of December 2001?
1976 table
How much is the legal fee?
$8,500
When do we use the SA Presumption claim type?
Client is presently employed and/or retired within 2 years
Who is our Health Partner?
Freedom Hearing
What is the threshold for Coalminers and which table do we use?
- 6% for both HAs & lumpsum
- 1976 table
How much is the legal fee?
- $0
What is the approximate value of hearing aids?
$3,500
What is the approximate value of hearing aids?
$5,500
What tool/system do we use in booking the client for HSP assessment?
Freedom Hearing Calendar
What is the threshold for Exempt Worker and which table do we use?
- 3% for HAs & 6% for HAs + lumpsum
- 1976 table
Which government agency pays for our legal services?
IRO (Independent Review Office)
Can the client request a reimbursement for privately purchased hearing aids?
No (SA only)
What are the thresholds for hearing aids and lumpsum?
- HAs: 3%
- Lumpsum: 8.8%
Do we need to get the client to sign the authorities?
No. Just the HSP consent form
How do we determine when VIC deduction will be applied?
f the total of noisy employment outside VIC is at least 1/3 of the total noisy employment
If the client's DOI is Pre 02 and has no POE, what document does the HCS need to generate and complete?
Statement for POE
How much is the Employer's Contribution Fee?
$824
Is HSP Spare Set available for SA claim?
No. HSP Spare Set is only offered in NSW & VIC
How many years before HSP aids are due for replacement?
Every 5 years
When is a client eligible for Further loss? 2 answers.
1. If client continued working in a noisy environment after the previous claim
2. If client meets the lumpsum threshold