DVA Provider News
Annual events
2019 conference schedule
- Australian Dental Association
38th Australian Dental Congress — Adelaide
1 to 4 May 2019 - Exercise and Sports Science Association
2019 ESSA Innovation & Practice Forum — Melbourne
4 to 5 May 2019 - Australian Podiatry Association
Australian Podiatry Conference 2019 — Adelaide
22 to 24 May 2019 - Audiology Australia
The Sound Exchange '19 — Alice Springs
31 May to 2 June 2019 - Occupational Therapy Australia
28th National Conference — Sydney
10 to 12 July 2019 - Dietitians Association of Australia
36th National Conference — Gold Coast
12 to 14 August 2019 - Australian Association of Practice Management
40th Anniversary National Conference — Brisbane
1 to 4 October 2019 - Australian Military Medicine Association
2019 AMMA Conference (Keynote Speaker Sponsorship)
Adelaide Convention Centre
3 to 6 October 2019 - Australian Physiotherapy Association
Transform 2019 — Adelaide
17 to 19 October 2019
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DVA health items indexed by 1.6% in 2019
Monday, 22 July 2019 — The reintroduction of indexation continues in 2019, with DVA fees for dental and allied health items, and most medical services, indexed by 1.6% on 1 July. -
DVA Provisional Access to Medical Treatment (PAMT) trial extended
Wednesday, 12 July 2019 — The DVA Provisional Access to Medical Treatment (PAMT) trial has been extended to 30 June 2020. If your ex-Australian Defence Force (ADF) patients have an injury or disease that relate to one of 20 common conditions, DVA can fund medical and allied health treatment while they await the outcome of their liability claim. -
Allied health referral changes deferred to 1 October 2019
Friday, 12 July 2019 — The treatment cycle supports a more collaborative approach and better communication between a DVA client's GP and allied health providers. -
Annual Veteran Health Checks available for transitioning ADF members from 1 July 2019
Friday, 12 July 2019 — From 1 July 2019, all those transitioning from the Australian Defence Force (ADF) will be eligible for the Annual Veteran Health Check, every year for the first five years after transition. -
New items available through Rehabilitation Appliances Program
Thursday, 13 June 2019 - DVA has expanded the Rehabilitation Appliances Program. Eligibility has been extended to include electric mobility aids such as scooters and wheelchairs, and providers can now prescribe a range of items such as mobile personal emergency response systems, thickened fluids and ergonomic chairs. -
Health providers' participation in Veterans' Health Week 2019
Friday, 31 May 2019 - Veteran Health Week (VHW) is held each year to promote good health and wellbeing in the veteran and ex-service community. It is an opportunity for health providers to engage positively with the men and women who have served in the Australian Defence Force, and their families. -
Free professional development webinars
Thursday, 2 May 2019 - Register now to attend the next two webinars in the DVA series about mental health and the military experience. 21 MAY: Webinar 11 – The Military Experience and Mental Health: Understanding the nexus and 4 JUNE: Webinar 12 – Comorbid Mental Health Conditions in Veterans: Strategies for assessment, case formulation and treatment. -
GPs in CVC Program invited to register now for DVA mental health pilot
Friday, 5 April 2019 — GP clinics in the CVC Program are invited to participate in an innovative mental health pilot, to assist veterans to manage mild to moderate mental health concerns. -
DVA Occupational Therapy Schedule of Fees simplified
Friday, 29 March 2019 — From 1 March 2019, changes will apply to the DVA Occupational Therapists Schedule of Fees. -
Free professional development webinar
Tuesday, 12 March 2019 — Register now to attend the next webinar in the DVA series about mental health and the military experience: Military member to civilian: Identity in transition. -
Changes to way orthotists deliver services to DVA clients
Tuesday, 12 March 2019 - The way orthotists can deliver services to Australia’s veteran community is changing. -
Understanding the DVA Veteran Card — White
Friday, 22 February 2019 — Learn more about the DVA Veteran Card – White and what health conditions are covered. -
Prescribing Medical Grade Footwear (MGF) for DVA clients
Wednesday, 13 February 2019 — Podiatrists are advised to check they are using an up-to-date prescription form for MGF supplies and to assess the fit and function of issued footwear prior to requesting additional pairs of MGF, to achieve the best outcomes for patients. -
Findings from DVA Compliance Review of Dental Services
Wednesday, 13 February 2019 — A compliance review of dental services for DVA clients has found the majority of dentists claim in line with the Notes for Allied Health Providers and Fee Schedules but there are a few areas where compliance requires improvement. DVA will write to relevant providers to provide education and/or seek financial recoveries. -
DVA Chiropractor Fee Schedule update reflects MBS spinal x-ray items
Tuesday, 5 February 2019 — Effective 1 February 2019, changes now apply to the DVA Chiropractors Schedule of Fees to reflect Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) referral limits for spinal x-rays in the three-and-four region and the one-and-two region. -
Priority veteran health issues discussed at DVA and peak body forum
Wednesday, 30 January 2019 — Forum topics discussed in August covered DVA’s Veteran Centric Reform, including improved support for providers, CVC Pilot, Review of Rehabilitation Services and a workshop on Improved Dental and Allied Health 2018 Budget measure. -
New look Veteran Card to replace DVA Gold and White Cards
Friday, 25 January 2019 — A new look "Veteran Card" (either Gold, White or Orange) will replace the current DVA Gold or White health cards. There will be no change to DVA services and entitlements. Over the coming months, the new-look card will become available and health providers can expect DVA clients to start presenting their Veteran Card to access treatments and services. -
Check with DVA if you are unsure a medicine is subsidised
Friday, 25 January 2019 — Think a medicine is not subsidised by DVA? Call the Veterans’ Affairs Pharmaceutical Advisory Centre (VAPAC) to check on 1800 552 580. -
Latest Veterans MATES brief on medicine-induced dry mouth
Friday, 25 January 2019 — The Veterans’ Medicines Advice and Therapeutics Education Services (Veterans’ MATES) has developed an educational brief for health providers about the impact of medicine-induced dry mouth. -
Your DVA patients may benefit from Veterans’ Home Care referral
Wednesday, 5 December 2018 — Your veteran patients may be eligible to access support from Veterans’ Home Care. The program is designed for eligible DVA clients who need a small amount of practical help to continue living independently in their own home. -
Free webinar on veterans’ mental health research insights
Wednesday, 14 November 2018 — Register to attend the DVA webinar on mental health and the military experience: A snapshot of Australian Veterans’ Mental Health Research: Important insights for clinical practice. It is held on Monday 3 December 2018, from 7:15pm AEDT. -
Changes to DVA Dental Schedule from 1 November 2018
Monday, 29 October 2018 — Technical changes to the DVA Dental Schedules will come into effect from 1 November 2018, which will help save providers’ time and make it easier to process treatments for DVA patients. -
Providers to save time with digital DVA White Card
Wednesday, 24 October 2018 — Your DVA patients may now present a digital White or Gold Card on their mobile devices when seeking treatment. The new digital White Card displays the patient’s accepted conditions so providers do not have to contact DVA to verify this information, saving them time and also ensuring the DVA client can receive support faster. Gold Cards continue to cover all conditions. -
Webinars for providers about veteran mental health
Thursday, 27 September 2018 - In collaboration with the Mental Health Professionals Network, DVA runs free professional development webinars to assist providers respond to the mental health needs of veterans. -
Providers advised to check practices are compliant with DVA Notes
Friday, 21 September 2018 — Providers are advised to regularly review the Notes for Allied Health Providers and related Fee Schedules to ensure their treatment and claiming practices are compliant with DVA regulations. -
GP incentives increased to enrol DVA clients in coordinated care program
Monday, 10 September 2018 — DVA has increased incentive payments for GPs to enrol eligible patients in the Coordinated Veterans’ Care (CVC) Program. Benefits of enrolling patients, including reduced hospital admissions, were recently highlighted in an in-depth CVC evaluation. -
Providers can access advice on veteran mental health
Wednesday, 29 August 2018 — The Australian Government has launched the Centenary of Anzac Centre Practitioner Support Service to assist providers who treat veterans with mental health issues. -
Priority veteran health issues discussed at DVA and peak body forum in June
Friday, 17 August 2018 - Topics of discussion at the latest DVA Health Providers Partnership Forum included a review of DVA’s online training programs for health providers, a review of rehabilitation appliances services, an update on DVA’s Veteran Centric Reform initiative, and the forum’s future work program. -
DVA-funded diabetes memberships available to your DVA patients
Thursday, 9 August 2018 — As of 1 July 2018, DVA will pay Diabetes Australia memberships for DVA Gold and White Cardholders to help them better manage their diabetes. -
Research reports provide insights into veterans’ health and wellbeing
Monday, 6 August 2018 - The first two reports of a comprehensive DVA and Department of Defence-funded Transition and Wellbeing Research Programme have been released. -
Your input welcomed into DVA review of rehabilitation appliance services
Monday, 6 August 2018 - DVA is seeking input from health providers into a review of its rehabilitation appliance services, including the Rehabilitation Appliances Program (RAP) and aids and appliances provided under rehabilitation plans. -
Your feedback is sought on veteran-specific e-training for providers
Friday, 3 August 2018 - You are invited to complete a brief survey about DVA’s online professional development training programs, to determine drivers for completing the training and incentives that would influence your decision to participate. -
Changes to process for allied health referrals
Wednesday, 1 August 2018 - How GPs refer DVA clients to allied health providers will change from July 2019. -
DVA and peak bodies discuss priority veteran health issues
Tuesday, 31 July 2018 - Representatives from health sector peak bodies attended the 12 April 2018 DVA Health Providers Partnership Forum; the meeting summary has now been published. -
Free professional development webinar – Veterans in Pain: Where the body and mind meet
Monday, 30 July 2018 - Register to attend our webinar on mental health and the military experience: Veterans in Pain: Where the body and mind meet. It will be held on Tuesday 14 August 2018, from 7.15pm AEST. -
Provisional Access to Medical Treatment trial for veterans
Monday, 30 July 2018 - If your ex-ADF patients have an injury or disease that relate to one of 20 common conditions, DVA can fund medical and allied health treatment while they await the outcome of their liability claim. -
Improving access to mental health care for transitioning ADF personnel
Thursday 19 July 2018 - DVA is providing White Cards to around 5,000 Australian Defence Force (ADF) members per year to improve their access to mental health care after leaving the ADF.
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