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19 December 2025 - Registered providers must meet legislated requirements to deliver safe, quality aged care services, manage fees and operations to be funded by the Australian Government.

28 April 2026 - We pay supplements into eligible participants’ budgets. This helps providers meet costs of offering specialised care. We also fund grants to eligible providers operating in thin markets. Learn more about available supplements and eligibility.

21 January 2026 - The Stoma Product Assessment Panel assesses applications to add stoma products to the Stoma Appliance Scheme Schedule. The panel of experts meets twice a year to review applications from suppliers, and give their recommendation.

4 February 2026 - Residential aged care is for older people who can no longer live independently at home. We fund residential aged care to make it more affordable and accessible. Learn how government-funded residential aged care works.

12 November 2025 - The Palliative Care Service Navigation Pilot will trial a patient navigator model to strengthen access to palliative and end of life care pathways in South Australia.

5 March 2024 - Health professionals use pathology tests to help them diagnose disease. Specially trained staff perform these tests in laboratories. Learn about pathology tests, the cost of pathology services, who can provide pathology services and the laws and regulations that apply.

6 June 2023 - A list of organisations relevant to Medicare.

19 March 2024 - We work with agencies and committees to advise the Australian Government on Medicare policy and subsidies. We support patients and healthcare providers through various programs and initiatives. We protect the system’s integrity through a strong compliance program.

4 February 2026 - Associate Professor Geoff Argus is the Deputy National Rural Health Commissioner – Allied Health

21 March 2025 - Learn about the MBS review process and the recommendations proposed by the MBS Review Taskforce.