Did you know about the DVA Veteran Health Check item numbers MT701 – MT707?
The Veteran Health Check is a comprehensive assessment specifically designed to help identify any physical or mental health concerns veterans may have after transition out of the Australian Defence Force (ADF). If your veteran patient has at least one day of continuous full-time service in the permanent or reserve forces they can access the Veteran Health Check.
While the assessment is the same, the number of Veteran Health Checks your patient may be eligible for and the item numbers you use to claim, will depend on when your patient left the ADF.
If your veteran patient transitioned out of the ADF on or before 30 June 2019, they are eligible to receive the One-off Veteran Health Check. This type of health check is billable through Medicare under MBS Item numbers 701, 703, 705 or 707. Your patient does not need to be a DVA Veteran Card holder to access the One-off Veteran Health Check.
If your veteran patient transitioned out of the ADF on or after July 1 2019, they are eligible for the Annual Veteran Health Check.
This allows you to build a relationship with your patient as they may receive a Veteran Health Check every year for the first five years after leaving the ADF. This service is billed using a DVA Veteran Card at no cost to the veteran. The item codes are MT701, MT703, MT705, MT707. The scheduled benefit amount for these DVA items is also higher than the listed MBS benefit amount.
The Veteran Health Check Assessment tool is available in GP software Best Practice and Medical Director by searching “ADF Post-discharge GP Health Assessment”. The assessment tool and additional information is also available on the Provider page on the DVA website.
It is recommended that GP practices book a 45-minute appointment for the Veteran Health Check.
If your patient has not received a DVA White Card and you think they may be eligible, please suggest they call 1800 VETERAN (1800 838 372) or visit MyService to apply online.