Proton beam dosimetry and proton-photon comparative planning for assessing applications for proton beam therapy via the Medical Treatment Overseas Program (MTOP)

Effective 1 July 2025, there will be a new MBS item for proton beam dosimetry and comparative proton-photon planning to assess eligibility for Proton Beam Therapy (PBT) under MTOP.

Page last updated: 30 June 2025

On 1 July 2025, a new MBS item (15990) for proton beam dosimetry and proton-photon comparative planning will be added to the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) for Proton Beam Therapy (PBT).

This new item will apply to a service provided by radiation oncologists for the purpose of assessing applications for PBT under the Medical Treatment Overseas Program (MTOP).

The item will cover proton beam dosimetry and the preparation of a proton-photon comparative plan to assess eligibility for PBT via MTOP.

Further information is provided in the Factsheet below:

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