What was amended
The National Health (Highly Specialised Drugs Program) Special Arrangement Amendment (May Update) Instrument 2026 makes a technical amendment to the National Health (Highly Specialised Drugs Program) Special Arrangement 2021 (PB 27 of 2021).
The Highly Specialised Drugs Program is the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) arrangement that funds high-cost medicines dispensed through hospital outpatient pharmacies.
Key dates
- Registered: 30 April 2026
- In force from: 30 April 2026
- Repealed: 18 August 2026
What the source document does not specify
The source page does not specify which drugs or conditions were added, removed, or changed by this amendment.
Administering department
The arrangement is administered by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
Key actions
- Check the legislation page at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00488 for the full text and explanatory statement if your business dispenses or manages claims for highly specialised drugs through hospital outpatient pharmacy arrangements.
- Contact the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing if you need clarification on how any specific drug listing or arrangement changed during the period 30 April 2026 to 18 August 2026.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.