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The Prescribed List which is released by the Department of Health and Aged Care, sets out the medical devices and other products that private health insurers must pay benefits for to patients that have appropriate insurance policies.
Currently, Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) devices are listed on the Prescribed List. For patients with the appropriate level of health cover, applicable private health funds will reimburse the cost of LAAC devices.
To understand whether you are covered for treatment click here to learn more about the steps you can take to minimise the chances of an improperly processed or denied claim.
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