The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) is a Medicare initiative designed to ease the financial burden of dental care for eligible children. It covers part or the full cost of basic dental services, including examinations, cleanings, fillings, and extractions, ensuring thatchildren receive essential dental treatments without imposing significant financial strain on their families.
WHAT IS THE CHILD DENTAL BENEFITS SCHEDULE?
In Australia, Medicare offers a solution to the cost of health services through the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), providing financial assistance for essential dental services for eligible children. Let’s delve into the details to understand how this program can benefit your family.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
To qualify for the CDBS, children must meet the following criteria:
- Age: Children must be between 0 to 17 years old for at least one day in the calendar year.
- Medicare Eligibility: They must be eligible for Medicare, ensuring they have access to essential healthcare services.
- Government Payments: The child or their parent/guardian must receive certain payments from Medicare at least once a year.
At Floss Family Dental, we believe that every child deserves access to quality dental care, regardless of their family’s financial situation. That’s why we’re proud to participate in Medicare’s Child Dental Benefits Schedule.
To find out if you’re eligible visit the CDBS Webpage
