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In October 2005, the Federal Government implemented changes to the way surgically implanted prostheses are funded in Australia.
What does this mean for me?
In a minority of cases the changes may result in some prostheses requiring a patient gap to be paid. The Gap is the cost between the No Gap price for a clinically equivalent device and the price that the supplier has set.
What is a Surgically Implanted Prosthesis?
It is a piece of equipment that is surgically implanted into the body during a hospital procedure, to replace or assist a body part or function. Examples of prostheses include pacemakers, defibrillators, cardiac stents, joint replacements and intraocular lenses.
What has changed?
Why has this changed?
What hasn't changed?
What should I do if I am planning surgery?
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