PHARMAC is seeking feedback on a proposal to list rehabilitation equipment, patient positioning products and supports ('Rehabilitation Products') supplied by
Consultation closes at
What would the effect be
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The Agreements would not be for sole supply and DHBs could continue to purchase other suppliers' brands of Rehabilitation Products.
The Agreements would supersede any existing DHB contracts with Allied Medical and
As part of the Agreements Allied Medical and
Pricing for the products in the Agreements, subject to any prior termination of the Agreements, would not be increased without prior consultation and approval by PHARMAC.
About rehabilitation products
Rehabilitation is the process of regaining strength or relearning skills after serious injury, illness or surgery. Rehabilitation crosses all age groups, though the type, level and goals of rehabilitation will differ depending on the individual needs. Rehabilitation often focuses on: physical therapy to help with strength, mobility and fitness; occupational therapy to help with daily activities; speech-language therapy to help with speaking, understanding, reading, writing and swallowing; cognitive therapy (following head injury) and treatment of pain.
Why we're proposing this
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The RFP was for non-exclusive national agreements for listing on the Pharmaceutical Schedule.
PHARMAC has been working with suppliers who responded to the RFP, and proposals were progressed to contract negotiation, to seek provisional agreements. These proposals are the latest to arise from this process and we expect to consult on further provisional agreements with suppliers of Rehabilitation Products throughout 2020.
Contact:
Tel: 021 863 342
Email: media@pharmac.govt.nz
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