Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS)
May 11, 2010
Pharmacists are reminded that
from 1 July 2010, the Australian
Government will introduce the
Continence Aids Payment
Scheme (CAPS), replacing the
existing Continence Aids
Assistance Scheme (CAAS).
Under the new scheme, eligible
clients will receive an annual
payment of up to $489.95
directly in their bank accounts.
The CAPS will provide clients
with greater flexibility and choice
about where and when they
purchase their continence
products. Clients will be able to
make arrangements to order
their products through a single
continence product provider,
multiple providers, or they may
choose their local community
pharmacy.
This change in funding of the
continence aids scheme is a new
opportunity for community
pharmacy. It is expected that
this will lead to an increased
demand for a range of products
sought from their local
pharmacies and therefore
members are encouraged to
assess the product range sold in
your pharmacy ahead of the 1
July transition.
The National Continence
Helpline is a free and
confidential service that operates
from 8am to 8pm (AEST) Monday
to Friday on 1800 33 00 66.
The Helpline is staffed by a
team of experienced continence
nurse advisors who provide
information, education and
advice to callers with
incontinence and to carers.
The Helpline also provides
information and advice to health
professionals.
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