Fiona Nash (NSW, National Party, Deputy Leader of the Nationals) Share this | Hansard source

I am not aware of any current consideration to date over immediate changes to the program in relation to the funding arrangements that the senator refers to. But I am more than happy to take that on notice. Again, I can indicate to the senator that the minister is very happy to meet him to discuss this. I think it is important to note though that over 90 per cent of women have been able to access their reimbursements in a very timely manner. I think it is about a 10-day turnaround done through electronic fund transfer to be able to recoup that funding. And I think it is important that we note that for the majority of claimants this has worked well. But indeed, as I indicated, I note the issue that the senator has raised and will certainly be facilitating a meeting, if the senator so desires, with the Minister for Health.