Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)
The PBS Schedule lists all of the medicines available to be dispensed to patients at a Government-subsidised price.
The PBS Safety Net Threshold
From 1 January 2023, the PBS Safety Net threshold for patients with a concession card will be $262.80 and for other eligible patients it will be $1,563.50.
Local Pharmacies
It is helpful to find out which pharmacies in your local area provide a home delivery service.
Pharmacy Prepaid Blister Packs
Under the Dose Administration Aids Program, pharmacies provide medicines to their patients in a well-sealed, tamper-proof device.
Home Medicines Review (HMR)
Under the Home Medicines Review, a pharmacist visits patients’ homes to help them understand all the medicines they take and make recommendations to help health practitioners and patients develop medicine management plans.