Medical device industry calls for My Health Record to include medical device data

29 March, 2018

The Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA) today broadly welcomed the recommendations from the Senate inquiry into transvaginal mesh implants. As the Government considers the Committee’s recommendations, MTAA will continue to be an active participant in this process to ensure the best outcome for patients.

BioMedTech Horizon program funds first in human trials to restore sight

17 April, 2018

The Government announced today the first 11 recipients from the $35 million BioMedTech Horizons program.

The program aims to support the development of new and innovative technologies by Australian medical technology (MedTech) companies.

Cost of medical devices down in December quarter

15 February, 2019

The APRA December quarter statistics on Private Health Insurance highlight once again the cost reductions that have been delivered by MTAA’s (Medical Technology Association of Australia) Agreement with the Commonwealth, with cost reductions of over 23% in some categories.

MTAA welcomes greater access to life-saving medical technology

04 March, 2019

The Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA) welcomes the announcement by the Federal Health Minister that life-saving catheter ablation technology has been listed on the Prostheses List.

$30m BioMedTech Horizons funding seeks MTAA members opinions

18 July, 2018

Between mid-August to end of September, MTPConnect will be conducting a series of problem definition workshops on the clinical challenges and key themes that will form the basis of the applications for funding distribution for SMEs and researchers.

MedTech Industry Marks $1.2 Billion Savings Milestone, while Insurers Pocket the Cash

18 May, 2021

The Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA) has today marked a milestone for delivering savings for medical devices of more than $1.2 billion since February 2017.

Don't Be Fooled By The $1,800,000,000 That They've Got

02 March, 2022

Quarterly reports by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) have exposed the continued profit gouging of the private health insurance industry, and their insincerity when crying poor.

MTAA Welcomes Sue Martin As New Board Chair

28 November, 2022

MTAA has today welcomed the appointment of its new chair, Sue Martin, of Johnson & Johnson MedTech Australia and New Zealand, and thanked outgoing chair, Maurice Ben-Mayor, of Stryker South Pacific.

Media Statement: Spinal Cord Stimulation

08 April, 2024

Every year, over 1,200 privately insured Australian patients with guidance and support from their healthcare professionals carefully consider Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) to target their chronic pain. Their safety is our highest priority.

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