Medicare is Australia’s universal health insurance scheme

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Gp consultation, XRay, pathology test, eye test, treatment and accommodation in a public hospital

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• Choice of doctor for out-of-hospital services • Available to all Australian citizens - safety net

The Medicare levy is an additional 2 per cent tax placed on the taxable income of most taxpayers. Those with low incomes or with specific circumstances may be e

The NDIS is a national insurance scheme that provides services and support for people with permanent, significant disabilities, and their families and carers.

the payment made by the consumer for health products or services in addition to the amount paid by the government

Under this initiative, insurers have the option of offering young people aged 18–29 a discount of up to 10 per cent for hospital cover.

A second incentive is referred to as ‘Lifetime Health Cover’. People who take up private insurance after the age of 31 pay an extra 2 per cent on their premiums

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The Medicare Safety Net provides extra financial assistance for those that incur significant out-of-pocket costs for Medicare services.