On 1 November 2023, four new Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) items will be introduced, and one item amended for the insertion, replacement, or removal of a leadless permanent cardiac pacemaker (LPM) for the treatment of patients with bradyarrhythmia.
The changes support high value care and ensure patient safety. These changes reflect modern clinical practice and will ensure patients receive a Medicare benefit for LPM services when clinically appropriate.
Further information can be found in the Factsheet and Quick Reference Guide below:
PDF Version Factsheet for leadless pacemaker (PDF 236 KB)
Word Version Factsheet for leadless pacemaker (Word 126 KB)
PDF Version Quick Reference Guide - 1 November 2023 Leadless pacemaker changes (PDF 181 KB)
Word Version Quick Reference Guide - 1 November 2023 Leadless pacemaker changes (Word 132 KB)