May telehealth update
Government policy on telehealth
As part of the 2021-22 Budget, the Australian Government has said that telehealth will be extended until the end of the year.
Over the last 12 months, telehealth services have been life changing for many in need of support, which is why as part of the 2021-22 Budget, the Australian Government is investing more than $114 million to extend telehealth until the end of the year.
Minister for Health and Aged Care, the Hon. Greg Hunt, said telehealth has played an important role in supporting Australians through the pandemic.
“The extension will ensure that Australians can continue to see their GP, renew scripts and seek mental health support from the safety of their own home. This allows vulnerable Australians to feel protected and supported during these unprecedented times…”.
The AMA said the telehealth expansion was a win, but also a missed opportunity. Read the comments here.
Connecting with Telehealth: Free On-Demand Short Course
Torrens University Australia is offering a free, one-hour, online On-Demand Short Course, created to facilitate best practice delivery of telehealth services and practical guidance to integrate telehealth services into current and ongoing practice.