Health sector invited to give feedback on pricing for public hospital services

The annual pricing framework outlines the policy approach, principles and methodology used to determine the national efficient price and national efficient cost. These key determinations underpin Australian Government funding for public hospital services across the country. 

IHACPA is seeking input from public hospitals and local hospital networks, professional and clinical peak bodies, health sector organisations, government agencies, and the broader community, to ensure pricing reflects the evolving needs of Australia’s healthcare system.

The consultation is a critical part of IHACPA’s work, supporting transparent, evidence-based pricing decisions informed by stakeholder feedback, data analysis and system-wide engagement. 

Mr David Tune AO PSM, IHACPA’s Pricing Authority Chair said

This year’s consultation seeks feedback on key policy areas, including:

• revising the IHACPA Pricing Guidelines to reflect the new Addendum to the National Health Reform Agreement 2026–31
• defining and measuring ‘value’ for pricing purposes
• maintaining pricing stability and mitigating unintended volatility
• pricing posthumous organ procurement using the new ADRG A16 Posthumous organ procurement.

The public consultation is open until 5pm AEST Friday 12 June 2026.

Stakeholder feedback will help inform the development of the Pricing Framework for Australian Public Hospital Services 2027–28.

To view the consultation paper and make a submission, visit IHACPA’s Engagement Hub. 
 

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