Health News Archives
MBS Book Category 8 effective 1st July 2020
There were 8 items incorrectly indexed on 1st July 2020 (91792, 91797, 91803, 91804, 91812, 91813, 91814) Updated MBS Book has since been updated to reflect these changes effective 21st July 2020 Medicare Benefits Schedule Book - 21st...
NDIS Updating COVID-19 Response Measures from 1st July
In keeping with national health advice, businesses and the community are beginning to ease restrictions and some temporary measures introduced by the NDIA in response to COVID-19 will also begin to return to normal procedures. Today the...
Women and Leadership Australia (WLA) – Connect
WLA Connect Women & Leadership Australia (WLA) has launched a brand new networking and learning hub called WLA Connect. The platform is designed for women to gather, network, share and learn about being a female leader in today’s...
Business Support for those affected by Covid-19
The Australian Government has announced measures to support businesses impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19). If you're an employer, learn what your business can get and where to go for help. Job keeper payment Temporary cash flow...
Telehealth Updates and links regarding COVID-19
Daily case and situation updates from the Department of Health Daily reports on COVID-19 case numbers and the current situation in Australia and overseas Stay Informed Download the official government “Coronavirus Australia” app...
New Measures to Support NDIS Providers through COVID-19
The Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme, Stuart Robert, has announced new measures to be put in place through the COVID-19 outbreak, including additional support for registered providers. To support NDIS providers’...
Telehealth Consultations WorkCover WA
WorkCover WA recognises the challenges presented by COVID-19 for medical and allied health providers and their interactions with injured workers. To help minimise social contact and the demands currently placed on medical resources,...
Improving Participant Access to Transport
A new NDIS Price Guide and Support Catalogue effective 1 March 2020, is now available on the NDIS website introducing nine activity-based transport items. This increases flexibility for participants to exercise choice and control over...
Australian Health Sector Emergency Response Plan for COVID-19
Information from Chair of Occupational Therapy Board of Australia Registered health practitioners play a vital role in treating and containing the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). We recognise that as health practitioners, you may be...
NDIS Price Guide – effective 1st July 2020
NDIS Price Guide 2020-21 - effective 1 July 2020 Annual Price Review outcomes—overview of changes effective 1 July 2020 include: amendments to the Disability Support Worker Cost Model Temporary Transformation Payment update clarifying...