FOI 25-0275 LD – Strengthening Medicare Reviews

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This FOI release contains a draft evidence review report commissioned by the Department of Health and Aged Care from Monash University's Evidence Review Service, prepared by researchers Paul Kellner, Angela Batson, Alex Waddell, and Stefan Kaufman. The document outlines a policy framework for strengthening Medicare, submitted in October 2024. The report applies established review science principles to address sustainability and health policy issues, drawing on the Evidence Review Service's decade-long track record supporting government and industry on pressing problems. The authors declare no conflicts of interest. The document includes standard copyright notices and disclaimers from Monash University regarding accuracy and liability. The full substantive content of the policy framework recommendations and Medicare strengthening proposals is not included in this excerpt.