Can I claim for pregnancy compression garments via Extras cover?

Eligibility

To claim, you need to:

Products

You may be able claim towards:

  • TGA-approved recovery shorts
  • pregnancy compression leggings.

Provided they’re purchased from a registered Australian business with a physical presence in Australia.

You can’t claim towards pregnancy active wear (e.g. sports-related or body enhancing garments).

Claiming

Like most services under the Artificial Aids & Appliances benefit, Pregnancy compression garments has an annual sub-limit (maximum amount you can claim).

You can check your remaining limits via our member app or Online Member Services.

When submitting your claim, please include an itemised tax invoice that shows the name of the patient (i.e. the person who’ll be using the garment(s)).


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