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Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs

The new veteran mental health incentives for General Practitioners and psychiatrists treating veterans with mental health conditions can now be claimed online.

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From 1 October 2026, eligible Designated Registered Nurse Prescribers will be able to prescribe PBS-listed medicines under the Repatriation Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (RPBS).

Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs

DVA is changing the timeframe for submitting claims for payment of DVA-funded health services.

Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs

The Australian Government has listened to feedback from veterans and will not proceed with the proposed $5,000 allied health service threshold.

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Providers should review prescribing arrangements to ensure all DVA-funded medicinal cannabis prescriptions comply with the Framework requirements.

Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs

DVA is continuing to support health providers to participate in the compensation process by clarifying the role of treating doctors, improving guidance, and ensuring medical assessment and report guidance rates remain current.

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New evidence report and guidance to support healthcare providers prescribing medicinal cannabis for the management of chronic non-cancer pain.

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Attend the ‘Conducting real-world research that improves veteran and family wellbeing’ webinar on 30 July.

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The Awards recognise the achievements of veterans and partners in the civilian workforce, and the employers supporting their success. 

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A new form is available for health providers to request adjustments to DVA claims where the original date of service is less than 2 years old

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