The Australian government recently announced that it is extending AU$114 million (approximately $88 million) more funds under the 2021-22 Budget for the provision of telehealth services until end-2021.
The extension of the Medicare-funded telehealth services will ensure that citizens can continue to see their doctors, renew scripts and seek mental support from the safety of their homes. In the past twelve months, more than 56 million COVID-19 MBS services were delivered to 13.6 million patients with AU$2.9 billion (approximately $2.2 billion) in Medicare benefits paid.
“This allows vulnerable Australians to feel protected and supported during these unprecedented times,” – Minister for Health and Aged Care, Greg Hunt
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