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Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme
(MASS) Queensland Health
MASS 20 DLA/MOB
Daily Living Aids and Mobility
Equipment
(Affix identification label here)
Family name:
Given name(s):
Date of birth:
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Applicant Acknowledgements
a I have actively participated in the assessment and trial of aid/s and associated modifications and accessories.
b The features and options of the aid/s, and any appropriate alternatives have been fully explained to me by
my prescribing health professional.
c The possible cost implications that I may incur as a result of MASS policy or subsidy funding have been
explained to me by my prescribing health professional.
d The aid/s prescribed are suitable for my needs.
e I have a safety switch/residual current device installed in my home (only applicable for MASS subsidy funded
mobility and daily living aids that require charging/operation through mains power).
I acknowledge that the aid/s provided by MASS are on permanent loan and:
a Remain the property of MASS, unless advised by MASS in writing.
b Will only be used by me for the purposes prescribed.
c Will be maintained by me on a weekly/monthly basis as outlined in the information provided to me with the aid.
d Must be returned to MASS when I no longer require its use or it is replaced, unless advised by MASS in writing.
e Must not have any repairs and/or modifications carried out without specific prior approval by the local MASS
service centre i.e. Brisbane or Townsville.
f MASS takes no responsibility for any injury sustained by me through use of the aid subsidy funded/allocated
by MASS.
g Could be allocated from existing MASS stock. MASS may choose to reallocate suitable equipment and not
purchase new.
h Unless the equipment supplied to me with written notification that it has been tested for electrical safety and
that the equipment was found to be electrically safe, I should assume that it has not been tested and where
the assumption applies, Queensland Health makes no warranty as to the electrical safety of the equipment.
I agree to:
a Having photographs/video footage taken to assist with my application (for power wheelchairs, optional for
other aids). Refer to MASS 82 Consent to Photograph/Video form.
b Answer promptly any enquiries made from time to time by MASS service centre as to the condition of the
aids and my continued need for its safe and effective use.
c Notify my local Queensland Health Community Health Centre or local MASS service centre should I cease to
be able to use the aid/s safely and effectively.
d Use the aid/s within the conditions of MASS.
e Inform MASS within 14 days of any change in my contact details, residential address, or eligibility for MASS
subsidy funding assistance. For example:
• No longer eligible for a healthcare card.
• In receipt for a Home Care Package Level 3 or 4.
• In receipt of a Consumer Directed Care (CDC) package level 3 or 4.
• Admission to high care residential facility etc.
I understand that if I have taken ownership of a MASS subsidised aid that:
a Repairs and maintenance become my responsibility.
b Insurance cover becomes my responsibility.
24 I agree to accept the conditions stated above ☐ Yes ☐ No
25 I acknowledge that my information listed in this application is current and correct ☐ Yes ☐ No
26 I consent to MASS contacting via email: other government departments who provide associated
services; the prescribing health professional for further clinical management purposes; and to those
parties (e.g. commercial suppliers, community care and repairers) requiring the information for the
purpose of providing aids, equipment and services. ☐ Yes ☐ No
27 Signature of Applicant/Guardian or authorised decision-maker on behalf of applicant
If authorised decision-maker, specify authority e.g. Power of Attorney, Carer, Parent/Guardian, Support Person
A copy of these acknowledgements can be found on the applicant information sheet available on our website
on: health.qld.gov.au/mass/prescribe/living and health.qld.gov.au/mass/prescribe/mobility
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