FMC is trialling direct billing with 'MHS (China) Health Insurance' through 2014. Patients with MHS insurance policies need to present their members card at the time of the consultation for direct billing to occur. Any co-payments and deductibles that are meant to be paid for by the patient are to be advised to the nurse when billing occurs. FMC also has a additional co-payment that applies to all patients irrespective of the method of payment at the time of billing or any arrangement that the patient has with their insurance company. The FMC additional co-payment is to be paid in cash.
Direct billing trials with BUPA has also commenced. A decision on whether to continue direct billing with MHS, BUPA or other health insurers on a permanent basis will likely depend on the outcome of the two trials.
Direct billing trials with BUPA has also commenced. A decision on whether to continue direct billing with MHS, BUPA or other health insurers on a permanent basis will likely depend on the outcome of the two trials.