Not treated as a PMB
The scheme says this service does not fall within the Prescribed Minimum Benefits.
Words you might see
- “not a prescribed minimum benefit”
- “does not qualify as a PMB”
- “non-PMB”
Questions to ask
- Is the service claimed a Prescribed Minimum Benefit, and on what clinical basis was that determined?
- Which diagnosis and treatment pair, or Chronic Disease List entry, did the scheme consider when making that determination?
- Please provide the clinical protocol the scheme applied in reaching that decision.
- Who made the determination, and what are their clinical qualifications?
Details to have ready
- The diagnosis your treating provider recorded for this service.
- Whether your provider submitted a motivation or supporting clinical notes.
Pryse is not a law firm and does not act for you. Nothing here is a determination of your rights or legal advice, and no registered scheme rule is quoted. The questions ask your scheme to provide its own.