H&W health care system (copy)

Medicare

Medicare

A national health care insurance scheme in Australia that aims to provide affordable, accessible, and high-quality health care to eligible Australian citizens.

Medicare Levy

A 2% tax paid by most taxpayers to fund the Medicare system in Australia.

Scheduled Fee

The amount covered by Medicare for a health service.

Co-payment

The payment made by an individual for health services, which is the difference between the total cost and the scheduled fee.

Bulk Billing

When a doctor charges only the scheduled fee and claims it through Medicare, resulting in no out-of-pocket expenses for the patient.

Medicare Safety Net

Provides financial assistance for individuals incurring significant out-of-pocket costs for medical services covered by Medicare.

Pharmaceutical Benefit Scheme (PBS)

An Australian government program providing subsidized prescription medication to residents holding a Medicare card.

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

A program providing support to Australians with permanent disabilities under 65 years of age and their families.

Private Health Insurance

Additional health insurance covering services not included in Medicare, requiring individuals to pay a premium.

Biomedical Model of Health

Focuses on the physical aspects of disease, diagnosis, treatment, and cure, without emphasizing prevention or public health.

New Public Health

Government efforts to monitor, regulate, and promote health, targeting factors causing illness rather than treating consequences.

Social Model of Health

Focuses on addressing behavioral, social, cultural, and environmental factors impacting health to prevent disease and improve overall well-being.

Ottawa Charter of Health Promotion

A framework targeting communities to prevent diseases through health promotion, with elements like building healthy public policies and strengthening community action.

SunSmart

A program aimed at reducing skin cancer incidence through prevention and early detection strategies funded by Cancer Council Victoria and VicHealth.

Australian Dietary Guidelines

Developed to promote healthy eating habits and combat diet-related diseases by encouraging a balanced diet and limiting certain food components.