MBS Item 92718 for Sexual and Reproductive Health Consultations

MBS Item 92718 is designed specifically for telehealth consultations related to blood-borne viruses, sexual health, and reproductive health. It covers consultations lasting between 5 to 20 minutes, offering flexibility and efficiency in managing patient care through telehealth.

‍Key Features of MBS Item 92718

• No Prior Patient Relationship Required: Unlike standard attendance items, MBS 92718 does not require an existing patient relationship.
• Co-Billing Option: Can be co-billed with other telehealth or attendance items.
• Applicable for a Range of Consultations:
  
  • Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) discussions
  • STI screening and management
  • Follow-up on Cervical Screening Test (CST) results
  • Erectile dysfunction management

What’s Included in MBS Item 92718?

‍During a consultation under 92718, the following services are typically provided:

• Comprehensive Patient History: Gathering relevant health information.
• Investigations: Arranging tests or screenings as needed.
• Management Plan: Developing a treatment plan tailored to the patient's needs.
• Preventive Health Care: Offering advice on prevention strategies.

Therapeutic Procedure MBS Numbers

‍When managing physical conditions, specific MBS item numbers apply for therapeutic procedures.30061: Superficial Foreign Body Removal

• Example: A patient presents with debris in their eye.
• Billing: 30061 + attendance item if additional issues are addressed.

30064: Subcutaneous Foreign Body Removal

• Example: A patient needs a deep splinter removed from their hand.
• Billing: 30064 + 23 (Standard Consultation)

41500: Ear Foreign Body Removal (Non-Syringing)

• Example: A child presents with a bead stuck in their ear.
• Billing: 41500 + 23 (Standard Consultation)

‍Conclusion

‍Leveraging telehealth (MBS 92718) and therapeutic procedure MBS items enables streamlined, efficient care delivery that meets patients' needs while optimising billing processes. Staying informed of co-billing rules and exclusions is key to maintaining compliance and safeguarding your practice’s integrity.