Better health and ageing for all Australians

Qualified Privilege Scheme

Legislation for the Commonwealth Qualified Privilege Scheme

Relevant sections of the Health Insurance Act 1973 and the Health Insurance Regulations 1975 relating to quality assurance activities.

Health Insurance Act 1973:

Part VC of the Health Insurance Act 1973 (PDF 22 KB)


Health Insurance Regulations 1975:

Regulation 23 of the Health Insurance Regulations 1975 (PDF 21 KB)

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