Changes to MBS heart health assessment items 699 and 177

1 July 2021 Changes to MBS item numbers 699 and 177

Page last updated: 25 June 2021

What are the changes?


From 1 July 2021, there will be a minor change to the two interim items for the heart health assessment listed on the MBS.

The amended interim items include:
  • Item (699) for professional attendance for a heart health assessment by a general practitioner at consulting rooms lasting at least 20 minutes.
  • Item (177) for professional attendance for a heart health assessment by a medical practitioner (other than a specialist or consultant physician) at consulting rooms lasting at least 20 minutes.

The interim items have been extended until 30 June 2023 and amended to limit the services to patients who are above 30 years.

Last Updated 25 May 2021
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