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ACPA application process map flowchart
This flowchart shows the process for applying for approval to establish a new pharmacy or relocate an approved pharmacy.
PBS approved suppliers portal – How to submit an application to change ownership of an approved pharmacy (not involving relocation)
This user guide provides instructions on how to navigate the PBS Approved Suppliers Portal, complete the online application form and submit an application for approval to change ownership of an approved pharmacy to supply pharmaceutical benefits at particular premises (not involving relocation).
PBS approved suppliers portal – How to submit an application to establish a new pharmacy
This guide provides instructions on how to navigate the PBS Approved Suppliers Portal, complete the online application form and submit an application to establish a new pharmacy to supply pharmaceutical benefits at particular premises.
PBS approved suppliers portal – How to submit an application to relocate (with a change of ownership) an approved pharmacy
This guide provides instructions on how to navigate the PBS Approved Suppliers Portal, complete the online application form and submit an application to relocate (with a change of ownership) an approved pharmacy to supply pharmaceutical benefits at particular premises.
PBS approved suppliers portal – How to submit an application to relocate (without a change of ownership) an approved pharmacy
This guide provides instructions on how to navigate the PBS Approved Suppliers Portal, complete the online application form and submit an application to relocate (without change of ownership) an approved pharmacy to supply pharmaceutical benefits at particular premises.
PBS approved suppliers portal – How to upload PDF forms or additional requested information
This guide provides instructions on how to upload PBS Approved Supplier PDF forms (and related attachments) and additional requested information via the PBS Approved Suppliers Portal (Portal) using the Upload Documents function.
PBS approved suppliers portal – How to submit an application to expand or contract the size of an approved pharmacy
This user guide provides instructions on how to navigate the PBS Approved Suppliers Portal, complete the online application form and submit an application for approval to expand or contract the size of an approved pharmacy.
PBS approved suppliers portal – How to request reissue of a PBS Approval to Supply (s90) Certificate
This guide provides instructions on how to request reissue of your PBS Approval to Supply (s90) Certificate (Certificate) via the PBS Approved Suppliers Portal (Portal).
Pharmacy Location Rules – Applicant's handbook
This document provides guidance to pharmacists who wish to make an application to establish a new pharmacy or relocate an existing pharmacy, approved to supply pharmaceutical benefits.
PBS approved suppliers portal – How to register and sign in to the PBS approved suppliers portal
This user guide shows users instructions on how to register and sign in to the PBS approved suppliers portal.
Current owners declaration form
The current owner(s) form is for an application for the change of ownership of the approved pharmacy.
Permission to supply pharmaceutical benefits following bankruptcy or external administration application form
Complete this form to apply to the department for permission under section 91B of the National Health Act 1953 to supply pharmaceutical benefits following bankruptcy of an approved pharmacist, or external administration of a pharmacist or pharmacy.
Appointment of a representative to prepare and submit an application form
This form must be completed to allow an appointed representative to prepare and submit an application to the department on behalf of the applicant(s).
Authority to permit person(s) to enquire and/or sign claim forms on behalf of approved pharmacist(s) form
Complete this form if you are an owner of a pharmacy approved under section 90 of the National Health Act 1953.
Notification of bank account details for an approved pharmacy form
This form is to provide or update your banking details to the department for payments made through claiming for the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.
Authority to authorise pharmacist(s) to sign claim forms on behalf of section 91/91B permission holder form
As permission holder under section 91/91B of the National Health Act 1953, you must complete and submit this form to authorise a pharmacist(s) to sign pharmaceutical benefit claim forms and endorse pharmaceutical benefit prescriptions on your behalf.
Application for a hospital authority to prescribe and/or supply pharmaceutical benefits and/or highly specialised drugs form
Complete this form to apply for approval to prescribe under section 94 or section 100 of the National Health Act 1953.
Notification of a prescribing-only hospital form
As a state or territory participating in the Pharmaceutical Reforms, complete this form to notify the department of approval of a public hospital to prescribe pharmaceutical benefits in accordance with the applicable Pharmaceutical Reform Agreement.
Application for a medical practitioner to supply pharmaceutical benefits form
Complete this form to apply to the department for approval as a registered medical practitioner to supply pharmaceutical benefits under section 92 of the National Health Act 1953.
Request for ministerial approval to supply pharmaceutical benefits at particular premises form
Complete this form to request ministerial approval to supply pharmaceutical benefits at particular premises under subsection 90A(2) of the National Health Act 1953.
Ministerial Discretion Guidelines
The purpose of these guidelines is to assist a pharmacist who is considering making a request to the Minister for approval to supply pharmaceutical benefits at particular pharmacy premises.
Terms of use for the PBS Approved Suppliers Portal
This document covers the terms of use for the PBS Approved Suppliers Portal.
How to complete and submit a PDF form correctly flowchart
This flowchart shows how to complete and submit a PDF form on the PBS Approved Suppliers Portal.
Ministerial Discretion flowchart
A flowchart that illustrates the process of applying to the Minister for approval to supply Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme medicines.
Notification of change of pharmacy registered business (trading) name form
Complete this form if you are notifying the department of a change of your pharmacy registered business (trading) name.
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