Legislation relating to Pathology
Commonwealth legislation that establishes the regulatory framework for pathology services provided under Medicare.
Legislative Amendments relating to Pathology and Diagnostic Imaging
Removal of Restrictions on Pathology Request Forms Discussion Paper
In the 2009-10 Budget the government announced that it would seek to increase patient choice by removing restrictions on pathology requesting procedures. In order to facilitate discussion and identify and resolve any implementation issues, a Discussion Paper on Removal of Restrictions on Pathology Request Forms has been prepared. Comments are invited by Monday 22 February 2010.
Health Insurance (Accredited Pathology Laboratories - Approval) Principles
Under Section 23DNA of the Health Insurance Act 1973 (the Act), the Minister or a delegate may determine principles which outline eligibility for premises to be approved as an accredited pathology laboratory.The current version of the principles came into effect on 1 July 2006. A copy of this document can be downloaded from the following link:
Health Insurance (Eligible Collection Centres) Approval Principles
Subsection 23DNBA(4) of the Health Insurance Act 1973 (the Act) requires the Minister to determine, in writing, principles that apply to the granting of approvals for eligible pathology specimen collection centres. Approved pathology specimen collection centres are known as approved collection centres (ACCs).Health Insurance (Eligible Collection Centres) Approval Principles 2007
