How to claim a Low Income Health Care Card
Complete the following steps to claim a Low Income Health Care Card. Before you start, check if you can get it.
PBS Safety Net thresholds
Once you or your family spend a certain amount on PBS medicine you’ll reach the PBS Safety Net threshold.
How to add your immunisation history statements to a digital wallet
How to add your COVID-19 and influenza (flu) immunisation history statement to your device for easy storage, and how to update your proof of vaccinations.
Benefits of a Pensioner Concession Card
With a Pensioner Concession Card (PCC) you can get cheaper medicine, bulk billed doctor visits and help with hearing services.
Income test for the Low Income Health Care Card
To get a Low Income Health Care Card your income must be under the limit.
How to reach the threshold sooner as a family
If you combine your family’s PBS amounts, you may reach the threshold sooner.
Who can get a Health Care Card
You may get a Health Care Card if you get specific payments or supplements from us. You’ll get it if you’re on the maximum rate of Family Tax Benefit Part A.
Who can get a Pensioner Concession Card
We'll automatically send you a Pensioner Concession Card if you get certain payments from us.
How to get an Individual Healthcare Identifier
Find out how to get an Individual Healthcare Identifier (IHI).
Medicare online account help - Update your bank account details
Instructions on how to update your bank account details using your Medicare online account.