FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION

What do I need to know about the HBF Dental Schedule and Maximum Fees?

HBF Member Plus Practices cannot charge more than the set fees in the HBF Dental Schedule. The HBF Dental Schedule focuses on Preventative Services. It is closely aligned with the Diagnostic and Preventative categories in The Australian Schedule of Dental Services and Glossary. The only exception is item number D118 which falls into HBF’s General Restorative category.

The maximum fees have been determined following a detailed review of the Australian Dental Association’s average fees and fees identified from our claims history.

We will review the HBF Dental Schedule at our discretion, and when doing so will keep in mind the cost effect of fee changes on member’s premiums. At a minimum, we will review the item numbers and maximum fees on the HBF Dental Schedule when there is a change to those item numbers in The Australian Schedule of Dental Services and Glossary.

The practice is not required to offer all services on the HBF Dental Schedule. However, all Practitioners at the practice must offer the Minimum Services.