With a CSHC you may get benefits such as:
- cheaper medicine under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme
- bulk billed doctor visits - this is up to your doctor
- a refund for medical costs when you reach the Medicare Safety Net.
Other benefits
Some states and territories and local governments may offer further concessions to CSHC holders. Check with the relevant provider in your state or territory and local government to see what benefits they offer.
Find out about concessions available in your state or territory on their websites:
- Australian Capital Territory - Cost of living support
- New South Wales - NSW Government Community Support
- Northern Territory - NT Pensioner and Carer Concession Scheme
- Queensland - Concessions
- South Australia - Disability concessions and entitlements
- Tasmania - Discounts & concessions
- Victoria - Concessions & benefits
- Western Australia - Concessions available.
Private companies may also offer you concessions if you show them your card.
When you use Medicare services, you need to show your Medicare card.