Stoma Appliance Scheme Review
The 2023-24 Budget included agreement to a comprehensive review of the Stoma Appliance Scheme (SAS) Schedule. The aim of the review is to ensure products listed are clinically appropriate, priced appropriately and cost-effective. Completion of the SAS Schedule Review is expected to result in a revised SAS Schedule reflecting principles of maximising health outcomes for ostomates while maintaining the sustainability of the SAS.
Stoma Appliance Scheme Review Terms of Reference
The review will be undertaken in two phases with the first phase expected to be completed by the end of 2023 and the second by the end of 2024. The proposed activities and timeframes are outlined in the SAS Schedule Review Terms of Reference.