The 1 May 2020 changes follow on from the restructure of colonoscopy items which occurred on 1 November 2019. Information on those changes can be found here.

Factsheet - Colonoscopy Services Changes (PDF 403 KB)
Factsheet - Colonoscopy Services Changes (DOC 95 KB)

Colonoscopy Quick Reference Guide (PDF 313 KB)
Colonoscopy Quick Reference Guide (DOC 96 KB)

• What? Changes have been made to items 32084, 32087 and 32224 to clarify their intended purpose and to remove redundant terminology. These changes follow on from the restructure of colonoscopy items which occurred on 1 November 2019.

• Why? To ensure that colonoscopy services facilitate provision of effective, evidence-based colonoscopy services; reduce low-value care; and improve access to MBS-funded colonoscopy services for those who need it.

• Who? These changes are relevant for all specialists involved in the management of colonoscopy services, consumers claiming these services, and private health insurers.

• When? The changes to colonoscopy services will be effective from 1 May 2020. These changes are subject to legislative process. Further details including full item descriptors will be released as soon as the changes to colonoscopy services are confirmed.

Where can I find more information?

Further information on these changes will be provided as the details are confirmed.

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