Medicare
Name 3 things covered by Medicare
Free or subsidised GP visits
Tests and exams such as x-ray and pathology tests
Optometrists’ eye test
Procedures performed by GPs
Treatment and accommodation in a public hospital
75% of private hospital fees for services and procedures (not including accomodation, theatre and medicine)
Partially covers 10 psychologist sessions in a calendar year
Some dental for children
What is meant by a co-payment?
Patients out of pocket expenses
Which artist won Album of the year at the 2025 Grammy Awards?
Taylor Swift
Define the NDIS
The NDIS is a national insurance scheme that supports people with permanent and significant disabilities, along with their families and carers.
Identify one allied health professional and one alternative health service
allied
counselling and psychology
nutrition
chiropractic
optometry
podiatry
physiotherapy
pharmacy.
alternate
acupuncture
homeopathy and naturopathy
massage therapy
yoga and Pilates
Chinese traditional medicine.
Define the term "schedule fee"
The government-set amount for each medical service, considered a reasonable cost on average, and Medicare generally rebates 100% of this fee for most GP consultations.
As of Jan 1st 2026, what is the cost of PBS-subsidised medications for non-concession card holders?
$25
Which 3 countries will the 2026 Fifa World Cup be held in?
Canada, Mexico, USA
What is the eligibility criteria for the NDIS?
To be eligible for the NDIS a person must
be an Australian citizen
have a permanent and significant disability
be under 65 years old when first applying for the scheme.
How much will Medicare pay for a public patient receiving healthcare in a private hospital
75% of the schedule fee
If a doctor charges above the schedule fee, is this considered a bulk-billing clinic? Justify why or why not.
It is not considered bulk billing as this is when the doctor accepts the Medicare benefit (the Schedule fee) as full payment for the services provided. The patient does not have to pay any out-of-pocket expenses as the doctor has only charged the Schedule fee. In this instance, the patient would have an out of pocket expense.
In relation to Equity, describe how a feature of the PBS can promote health and wellbeing
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How many (including first name) Sarrafs have worked at Hume Anglican Grammar?
3 - James, Michael and Laila
List 3 examples of support the NDIS can provide.
daily personal activities requiring in-home care
transport
workplace assistance or assistive technologies
home or vehicle modifications
help with household tasks
mobility equipment
speech pathology
educational support.
Name 3 incentives used to encourage individuals to take up Private Health Insurance
PHI rebate
Lifetime health cover
Medicare Lecy surcharge
Age-based discount
Identify an advantage and a disadvantage of Medicare.
Adv:
Reduced cost for essential medical services including free treatment and accommodation in a public hospital
Choice of doctor for out-of-hospital services
Available to all Australian citizens
Reciprocal agreement between Australia and other countries allows Australian citizens to access free healthcare in selected countries
Covers tests and examinations, doctors’ and specialists’ fees (Schedule fee only), and some procedures such as x-rays and eye tests
The Medicare Safety Net provides extra financial contributions for medical services once co-payments reach a certain level.
Disadv
What are the 4 considerations PBAC take when reviewing medication on the PBS list?
the medical conditions for which the medicine was registered for use in Australia,
its clinical effectiveness,
safety
cost-effectiveness (‘value for money’) compared with other treatments.
Which 4 teachers have the same model and colour car?
When NDIS work with a patient and sets goals and supports them further based on their own needs - What is that NDIS feature called?
Individualized Plan
Explain the difference between allied health and alternative health services.
Allied health services are evidence-based services delivered by trained professionals who work alongside doctors and nurses to prevent, diagnose, and treat health conditions. Examples include physiotherapists, dietitians, occupational therapists, and psychologists.
Alternative health services, on the other hand, are practices that are not always supported by strong scientific evidence and usually sit outside the mainstream health system. They include therapies such as acupuncture, homeopathy, naturopathy, massage therapy, and traditional Chinese medicine.
Explain how a feature of Medicare can improve the health outcomes of young Australians. (3 marks)
Example may include:
Medicare covers essential services such as GP visits, specialist consultations, hospital treatment, and some diagnostic tests. This means young people are more likely to seek medical help early, leading to reduced incidence and prevalence of illness through timely diagnosis and treatment.
Subsidised Mental Health Treatment Plans allow young people to access psychologists, supporting their mental health and wellbeing by managing stress and anxiety.
Explain the PBS Safety Net.
In addition to the initial subsidy, individuals and families are further protected through the PBS Safety Net. Once they (or their immediate family) have spent $1647.90 (2024) within a calendar year on PBS-listed medicines, the patient pays a concessional co-payment rate of $7.70. The safety net threshold for those eligible for the concession rate is $277.20.
What TV show are these characters from: Dewey, Hal and Francis
Malcolm in the middle
The NDIS provides funding towards an individual accessing what 4 things?
1. Access mainstream services and support
2. Access communication services and support
3. Maintain informal support arrangements
4. receive reasonable and necessary funded supports
Explain how a psychologist could improve youth health outcomes.
A psychologist can improve youth health outcomes by providing therapy and strategies to manage issues such as anxiety, depression, or stress, which enhances their mental health and wellbeing. This professional support reduces the morbidity and burden of disease associated with mental illness in youth, and can contribute to better self-assessed health status and overall wellbeing.