Consultations are now open on the $5,000 allied health services threshold

The Government released a discussion paper that says:

  • Most vulnerable veterans will be exempt from the changes – they will not have their treatment reviewed

  • the review that will replace the 12-session treatment cycle will be less onerous and affect fewer veterans

  • a veteran's GP remains responsible for their care and treatment plan

  • treatment will continue while any review is underway - DVA will pay the bills, and no veteran will be asked to repay any fees

  • reviews will be conducted by DVA's clinical staff, not administrative or compliance staff

  • veterans will see in real-time what providers have billed to their Veteran Card.

The Government is open to making other improvements suggested in consultations to be held in September and October.

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