Diagnostic Imaging Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) Item and Rule Changes

This page contains a factsheet and quick reference guide on the 1 November 2022 changes to the MBS Diagnostic Imaging items and rules.

Page last updated: 24 October 2022

From 1 November 2022, there will be number of changes relating to MBS items and rules for diagnostic imaging services to implement the diagnostic imaging measures announced in the 2022-23 Federal Budget, including new and amended listings recommended by the Medical Services Advisory Committee, the MBS Review Taskforce, as well as some minor administrative changes.

These changes will ensure that the diagnostic imaging services provided under Medicare are contemporary and reflect best clinical practice.

These changes affect all health professionals who request, deliver and claim diagnostic imaging services, as well as consumers who receive the service, private health insurers and hospitals.

Further information is available in the following Factsheet and Quick Reference Guide:

PDF Version Factsheet – 1 November 2022 Changes to Medicare Items and Rules for Diagnostic Imaging Services (PDF 190 KB)
Word Version Factsheet – 1 November 2022 Changes to Medicare Items and Rules for Diagnostic Imaging Services (Word 135 KB)

PDF Version Quick Reference Guide – 1 November 2022 Diagnostic Imaging Changes (PDF 501 KB)
Word Version Quick Reference Guide – 1 November 2022 Diagnostic Imaging Changes (Word 191 KB)

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