Current Policy Initiatives
Advocacy on behalf of the medical technology industry is one of MTAA's core activities. MTAA seeks to influence policy development in the healthcare environment at many levels including regulatory, reimbursement, industry development and market access.
In addition to regular liaison at senior level with key state and federal governments, regulatory and standards-setting bodies; lobbying with key decision makers from all political parties; consultations and submissions are an important activity to communicate key issues on behalf of the industry.
Prostheses List ReformHow the MTAA Agreement with Government is saving $1.1 billion | Private Health Insurance ReformThe potential impact of the reforms on patient access to prostheses | |
Private Health Insurance Issues and OpportunitiesWhy private health insurance is losing membership | Medicare Benefits Schedule ReviewAbout the Review and its impact on device access |