Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2022L01595:clause:2_2
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Character Range: 21690–23899

2   Section 8.9.7
    Repeal the section, substitute:

8.9.7    Reimbursable items – Specialists, allied health services and related products
1.  For the purpose of section 8.9.6A, out of pocket expenses relating to the following services or products provided to an eligible dependant are reimbursable.
    a.                                                                                                                                                            Consultation with a specialist if the service provided has a Medicare benefit item number.
    b.                                                                                                                                                            Medically prescribed appliances.
    c.                                                                                                                                                            Remedial massage services by a provider registered with the Australian Regional Health Group.
    d.                                                                                                                                                            An allied health service.
    e.                                                                                                                                                            From 15 December 2022, vaccinations provided by a chemist or other non-general practice provider.
    f.                                                                                                                                                            From 15 December 2022, any prescriptions that are under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.
2.  Despite subsection 1, a reimbursement cannot be made for a service or product if any of the following apply.
    a.                                                                                                                                                            The service or product attracts GST.
    b.                                                                                                                                                            The service is cosmetic.