What is the Child Dental Benefite Schedule?
For qualified children between the ages of two and seventeen, the government funds the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS). Benefits for basic and preventive dental care can total up to $1,095 for eligible children.
Although it is not a comprehensive list, the following is a summary of the most common queries regarding the Child Dental Benefits Schedule. For additional information, please visit the Department of Human Services website or contact the Medicare general inquiries line at 132 011.
Who is eligible for the child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)?
A child’s eligibility for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule is assessed by the Department of Human Services. A child is eligible if they are aged between 2-17 years at any point in the calendar year and receive a relevant Australian Government payment, such as Family Tax Benefit Part A, at any point in the calendar year.
The Department of Human Services assesses a child’s eligibility from the start of each calendar year and sends a notification to the child or the child’s carer. Most children will be informed of eligibility at the beginning of the year.
Once a child has been assessed as eligible, they are eligible for that entire calendar year – even if they are turning two, turning 18, or stop receiving the relevant government payment that year.
What Types Of Dental Services Are Covered By The Child Dental Benefits Schedule?
Children’s dental services that receive a benefit under the program include:
Check ups and some x-rays
Cleaning
Fissure sealing
Fillings
Root canal treatment
Extractions
Some of these services do have restrictions or limits on the amount that can be claimed.
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