Summary of Support
PATS is a subsidy scheme funded by the Government of South Australia and administered through the six regional local health networks by the Rural Support Service in SA Health.
Through PATS, subsidies are provided to assist South Australians who are required to travel more than 100km each way to access necessary and approved medical specialist services that are not available locally.
To be eligible for PATS subsidies, you need to:
- be a permanent South Australian resident
- be enrolled in Medicare and receive treatment claimable through Medicare
- not receive, or be eligible for, financial assistance for travel and accommodation through another provider, and have claimed any available benefits from a private health fund first, if applicable
- have an appointment with or receive treatment from the nearest recognised medical specialist or approved medical specialist service (unless there is a valid medical reason for bypassing this service, in which case your referring doctor must complete section 1 of the application form)
- be travelling more than 100km from your residence to your appointment or treatment location.
About Organisation
PATS is an initiative of the South Australian Government.
