How much does a Low Income Health Care Card cost and what healthcare savings does it provide?

8 Sept 2026, 16:00
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How much does a Low Income Health Care Card cost and what healthcare savings does it provide?

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There is no fee to apply for or hold a Low Income Health Care Card. If approved by Services Australia, it may reduce the cost of PBS medicines and can sometimes help with other state, territory or provider-based concessions. The card does not make every medical service free, and bulk billing, dental care and ambulance costs depend on the service and where you live. Check your eligibility, current income limits and available concessions at servicesaustralia.gov.au.

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