The Australian Dental Association advises dentists to ethically inform patients about the Compassionate Release of Superannuation (CRS) without promoting it. Dentists must provide accurate reports for CRS applications, present all treatment options and costs, and encourage patients to seek independent financial advice due to the potential long-term financial impacts of early superannuation access.
Eligible dental treatments under CRS must address serious health conditions, with practitioners ensuring treatments meet CRS criteria. Misleading reports or advertising CRS can result in legal and regulatory penalties, emphasizing the importance of ethical and professional conduct.
The documents below are available for ADA members to access and provide further guidance on CRS-related responsibilities and best practices.
Complying with Compassionate Release of Superannuation (CRS).
ADA Guidelines for Compassionate Release of Superannuation (CRS).
