What the rule covers
The federal government has registered the Health Insurance (Section 3C General Medical Services - Telehealth Attendances) Amendment (Chronic Condition Management Phone Services) Determination 2026. The rule amends the Health Insurance (Section 3C General Medical Services - Telehealth Attendances) Determination 2021 to add chronic condition management phone services as a covered category under Medicare's general medical services.
The determination is administered by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing and came into force on 24 August 2026.
What the source does not specify
The plain-English summary of the determination does not specify which Medicare item numbers are affected, what exact services are added, or what billing conditions apply. Those details are contained in the full legislative text and explanatory statement.
Key actions
- Read the full determination and explanatory statement at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01101 to identify any new phone consultation item numbers for chronic condition management.
- Check with your practice software provider or billing service whether new Medicare item numbers from this determination have been added to your system, given the rule is already in force as of 24 August 2026.
- Contact the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing for clarification on which chronic condition management services are now covered under phone telehealth - the source does not provide a direct contact number or email.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.