What this direction covers
The Federal Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has issued a formal direction dated 24 July 2026 concerning which Medicare benefits are payable for medical services performed by doctors working under the Single Employer Model Trial in South Australia. The direction operates under the Health Insurance Act 1973.
What the direction says
The direction is titled the Health Insurance (Medicare Benefits Payable in Respect of Professional Services - South Australia - Medical Services performed under the Single Employer Model Trial) Direction (No. 1) 2026. The source does not specify which Medicare benefit amounts apply, which services are covered, or what changes this direction makes compared to previous arrangements.
The Single Employer Model Trial
The Single Employer Model Trial is a South Australian program. The source does not provide further details about how the trial operates or who participates in it.
Key actions
- The full text of this direction is available at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026N00541 - healthcare providers in South Australia involved in the Single Employer Model Trial are required to check that source to confirm which Medicare benefits apply to services performed under the trial.
- Providers billing Medicare for services performed under the Single Employer Model Trial in South Australia are required to confirm that their claiming aligns with this direction, which is dated 24 July 2026.
- The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing is the issuing authority for this direction. The source does not provide a contact number or email address for further enquiries.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.