Federal Treasurer hints that dentist visits could be covered by Medicare
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Treasurer Jim Chalmers says such coverage is on the cards, saying "We've got to make sure that we can afford it and make sure there's room for it in the budget."
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has hinted dentist appointments could be covered by Medicare "in some future budget" after hopes for bulk-billed dental were dashed in yesterday's 2025 Federal Budget.
The federal government said it was investing $7.9 billion in Medicare to improve bulk-billing and make most doctor visits free – but dentist visits remain a costly experience.
Chalmers today said it was a "crucial question" over how long it might take for dental to be bulk-billed for those who can't afford the out-of-pocket expenses.
He stopped short of pledging dental in the next budget but said it was on the cards.
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