Medicare and the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) (VCE SSCE Health and Human Development): Quizzes
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In what year was Medicare established in Australia?
In what year was Medicare established in Australia?
1984
What does Medicare cover for public patients in public hospitals?
What does Medicare cover for public patients in public hospitals?
Complete coverage (100%)
What age range is eligible for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule?
What age range is eligible for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule?
2-17 years
What is bulk billing?
What is bulk billing?
Doctor charges only the Schedule fee
Doctor charges 38.75. What is the out-of-pocket expense?
Doctor charges 38.75. What is the out-of-pocket expense?
$36.25
What is the Medicare levy rate for most Australian taxpayers?
What is the Medicare levy rate for most Australian taxpayers?
2%
What is the Medicare levy surcharge threshold for individuals in 2021?
What is the Medicare levy surcharge threshold for individuals in 2021?
$90,000 per year
Which service is NOT covered by Medicare?
Which service is NOT covered by Medicare?
Physiotherapy
From Jan 2021, what is the standard PBS co-payment for most medicines?
From Jan 2021, what is the standard PBS co-payment for most medicines?
$41.30
What is the PBS Safety Net threshold in 2021?
What is the PBS Safety Net threshold in 2021?
$1497.20