Tier 1:
– Ananda Clinics will submit the Veteran’s application to the DVA for approval (see step 5)
Tier 2:
– Additional approval is required depending on the number of scripts and amount of THC being prescribed
– Ananda Doctor completes RPBS Medicinal Cannabis Tier 2 Application form and submits to DVA
– Patient to see a specialist depending on the THC content in the treatment plan
– Patient to obtain written assessment from specialist that the medicication would clinically benefit the patient
Interim Scripts for Tier 2:
In some cases an interim script complying with Tier 1 guidelines may be issued to the patient while application is processing
As stated on the DVA website, funding may be provided for:
– Chronic pain
– Chemotherapy
– Induced nausea and vomiting
– Palliative care indications
– Anorexia and wasting associated with chronic illness such as cancer
– Spasticity from neurological conditions
– Refractory paediatric epilepsy
DVA advises that no psychological conditions will be allowed approval – it is only pain approved for DVA reimbursement.
Please consult the DVA website for further details.
DISCLAIMER: The Ananda Clinics blog is here to provide education and information, without implying medical advice, or recommendation for the use of cannabis as medicine or adult use purposes.
Medical cannabis remains strictly regulated by the Australian TGA as it is not a registered therapeutic agent due to the lack of research and evidence in support of its efficacy or potential side effects.
If you think medical cannabis may be right for you, book an appointment with one of our doctors to find out more.