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Medically Prescribed Appliance (MPA)

Medically Prescribed Appliance (MPA)

Medically Prescribed Appliance claims must be accompanied by a referral from a registered practitioner. This must be accompanied with a receipt showing your full name, date of purchase, name of device and details of the service provider the device was purchased from. (If purchased from a pharmacy, an official pharmacy receipt will be accepted.)

The following are examples of items that can be claimed under the MPA category:

Nebulisers
Humidifiers
Blood Glucose Monitors
Heart Rate/Blood Pressure Monitors
Support Aids/Mobility Aids
Compression Garments
Non-cosmetic Prosthesis (Premium Extras only)
TENS Machine/Circulation Booster

We don’t cover:

•       Medical bracelet
•       Exercise equipment
•       Oxygen tanks
•       Filters for CPAP Machines
•       Mercer Dual Motor Lift Chair
•       Beds
•       Smart Watch
•       Home modifications e.g. hand rails

The MPA category covers the purchase, hire and repairs to appliances that are covered under the category up to the annual limit.

Navy Health will not pay benefits on any services, treatments or products received outside of Australia or when purchased from a provider without an Australian Business Number (ABN).

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