MBS changes from 1 January 2026
Compared with the 1 November 2025 schedule.
- New items
- 0
- Removed items
- 0
- Updated descriptors
- 8
- Fee changes
- 76
- median +2.3%
Fee changes
76 fees changed: 76 up and 0 down, with a median change of +2.3%.
| Item | Old fee | New fee | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88575U5Placement of a single pin to support and retain direct or indirect restorations in a tooth. | $31.70 | $32.45 | +2.4% |
| 88736U7Provision of replacement tooth or teeth within a denture immediately following extraction. | $10.30 | $10.55 | +2.4% |
| 88011U0Detailed inspection of all teeth, gums, supporting tissues and oral structures including medical history to establish baseline oral health status. | $59.60 | $60.95 | +2.3% |
| 88012U0Routine dental check-up for established patients to assess changes in oral and medical health since the last comprehensive or periodic examination. | $49.55 | $50.70 | +2.3% |
| 88013U0Limited oral examination focusing on a specific problem, performed just before treatment, including relevant medical history. | $31.10 | $31.80 | +2.3% |
| 88022U0Intraoral X-ray of a single tooth or tooth group (periapical or bitewing view), taken and interpreted by a dental practitioner. | $34.50 | $35.30 | +2.3% |
| 88025U0Taking and interpreting an intraoral occlusal, maxillary or mandibular radiograph to visualize teeth and bone in a broader view than periapical films. | $69.70 | $71.30 | +2.3% |
| 88111U1Removal of dental plaque and/or stain from all tooth and implant surfaces. | $60.90 | $62.30 | +2.3% |
| 88114U1Removal of hardened mineral deposits (calculus) from tooth surfaces during an initial appointment. | $101.55 | $103.90 | +2.3% |
| 88115U1Removal of calculus deposits from teeth requiring more than one appointment due to extensive buildup. | $66.00 | $67.50 | +2.3% |
| 88121U1Topical application of remineralisation or cariostatic agents to tooth surfaces to prevent or treat decay, excluding use as part of a restoration procedure. | $39.15 | $40.05 | +2.3% |
| 88161U1Sealing of pits, fissures, or cracks in a tooth with adhesive material to prevent decay; up to four teeth per day. | $52.15 | $53.35 | +2.3% |
| 88162U1Sealing non-carious pits, fissures, or smooth surfaces of a tooth with adhesive material, including any prior preparation, for follow-up sealing services. | $26.10 | $26.70 | +2.3% |
| 88213U2Treatment of acute periodontal infection including drainage establishment, calculus removal, suturing and post-operative care per visit. | $78.90 | $80.70 | +2.3% |
| 88221U2Comprehensive periodontal examination assessing and recording the condition of all teeth at six sites each, with written documentation retained for diagnosis and management of periodontal disease. | $59.95 | $61.35 | +2.3% |
| 88311U3Extraction of the first tooth on a day, including sutures, post-operative care, and suture removal. | $148.65 | $152.05 | +2.3% |
| 88314U3Surgical removal of a tooth or tooth section with possible bone removal, sutures and postoperative care; first tooth per day. | $190.00 | $194.35 | +2.3% |
| 88316U3Additional tooth extraction on the same day as a related extraction service, including partial tooth removal or sectional extraction. | $93.70 | $95.85 | +2.3% |
| 88322U3Surgical extraction of a single tooth or fragment without bone removal or tooth division, including flap raising, sutures, and post-operative care. | $241.25 | $246.80 | +2.3% |
| 88323U3Surgical extraction of a tooth or tooth fragment requiring bone removal, including flap creation, sutures, and post-operative care. | $275.50 | $281.85 | +2.3% |
| 88324U3Surgical extraction of a tooth requiring bone removal and tooth sectioning, including flap creation, suturing and post-operative care (first tooth per day). | $370.60 | $379.10 | +2.3% |
| 88326U3Surgical removal of an additional tooth or tooth fragment on the same day as another surgical extraction procedure (items 88322, 88323, or 88324). | $197.35 | $201.90 | +2.3% |
| 88351U3Surgical repair of facial skin or oral mucous membrane wounds involving subcutaneous tissue around the mouth or jaws, including suturing, post-operative care and suture removal. | $181.10 | $185.25 | +2.3% |
| 88384U3Realignment of a traumatically displaced tooth by manipulation, including sutures and post-operative care, charged per tooth. | $216.10 | $221.05 | +2.3% |
| 88386U3Stabilization of a displaced tooth or teeth following trauma using splinting, including suture insertion, post-operative care, and suture removal. | $222.95 | $228.10 | +2.3% |
| 88387U3Replantation of an avulsed or intentionally removed tooth, including splinting to hold it in position, sutures, post-operative care, and suture removal. | $436.55 | $446.60 | +2.3% |
| 88392U3Drainage and/or irrigation of an abscess (excluding root canal or extraction-related cases), including incision or tube insertion, sutures, post-operative care and suture removal. | $109.70 | $112.20 | +2.3% |
| 88411U4Direct application of protective material over an exposed tooth pulp to promote healing and preserve the tooth. | $39.45 | $40.35 | +2.3% |
| 88412U4Assessment and decision that a tooth is not suitable for endodontic treatment or restoration. | $135.15 | $138.25 | +2.3% |
| 88414U4Removal of part of the vital pulp tissue from within a tooth's pulp chamber, with the remaining canal pulp covered by protective dressing or cement. | $86.15 | $88.15 | +2.3% |
| 88415U4Complete removal of pulp or necrotic debris from a root canal using chemical and mechanical preparation techniques. | $242.45 | $248.05 | +2.3% |
| 88416U4Complete chemo-mechanical preparation and removal of pulp or necrotic debris from each additional canal in a multi-canal tooth. | $115.50 | $118.15 | +2.3% |
| 88417U4Filling of a single root canal after cleaning and shaping during endodontic treatment. | $236.15 | $241.60 | +2.3% |
| 88418U4Filling of each additional root canal in a multi-canal tooth following preparation. | $110.45 | $113.00 | +2.3% |
| 88419U4Emergency or palliative removal of tooth pulp or root canal debris to relieve pain, distinct from planned endodontic treatment. | $156.15 | $159.75 | +2.3% |
| 88421U4Placement of resorbable filling material in a primary tooth's root canal. | $135.15 | $138.25 | +2.3% |
| 88455U4Additional visit for irrigation and dressing of a root canal tooth when infection or inflammation persists after initial treatment. | $119.65 | $122.40 | +2.3% |
| 88458U4Insertion of a long-term provisional therapeutic root filling to promote healing and root development over an extended period. | $159.60 | $163.25 | +2.3% |
| 88511U5Direct metallic restoration of one tooth surface, including tooth preparation, lining, contouring adjacent/opposing teeth, placement and post-operative care. | $118.00 | $120.70 | +2.3% |
| 88512U5Direct metallic restoration for two tooth surfaces, including tooth preparation, lining, contouring adjacent/opposing teeth, and post-operative care. | $144.70 | $148.05 | +2.3% |
| 88513U5Direct metallic restoration on three tooth surfaces, including tooth preparation, lining, contouring adjacent/opposing teeth, placement and post-operative care. | $172.70 | $176.65 | +2.3% |
| 88514U5Direct metallic restoration for four tooth surfaces, including tooth preparation, lining placement, contouring of adjacent and opposing teeth, and post-operative care. | $196.80 | $201.35 | +2.3% |
| 88515U5Direct metallic restoration of five tooth surfaces, including preparation, lining, contouring adjacent/opposing teeth, placement and post-operative care. | $224.70 | $229.85 | +2.3% |
| 88521U5Adhesive restoration of one surface of an anterior tooth using tooth-coloured material, including tooth preparation, lining, contouring, placement and post-operative care. | $130.70 | $133.70 | +2.3% |
| 88522U5Direct adhesive restoration of two surfaces of an anterior tooth using tooth-coloured material, including tooth preparation, lining, contouring, and post-operative care. | $158.65 | $162.30 | +2.3% |
| 88523U5Direct adhesive restoration of three surfaces on an anterior tooth, including tooth preparation, lining, contouring, restoration placement and post-operative care. | $187.95 | $192.25 | +2.3% |
| 88524U5Direct adhesive restoration of an anterior tooth with four surfaces using tooth-coloured material, including tooth preparation, lining, contouring, and post-operative care. | $217.20 | $222.20 | +2.3% |
| 88525U5Direct adhesive restoration of an anterior tooth involving five surfaces, including tooth preparation, lining, contouring adjacent/opposing teeth, and post-operative care. | $255.25 | $261.10 | +2.3% |
| 88531U5Direct adhesive restoration of one surface on a posterior tooth, including tooth preparation, lining, contouring adjacent/opposing teeth, and post-operative care. | $139.55 | $142.75 | +2.3% |
| 88532U5Direct tooth-coloured adhesive restoration of two surfaces on a back tooth, including preparation, lining, contouring adjacent teeth, and post-operative care. | $175.20 | $179.25 | +2.3% |
| 88533U5Direct adhesive restoration of a posterior tooth involving three surfaces, including tooth preparation, lining, contouring adjacent/opposing teeth, and post-operative care. | $210.65 | $215.50 | +2.3% |
| 88534U5Direct adhesive restoration of a posterior tooth involving four surfaces, including tooth preparation, lining, contouring adjacent/opposing teeth, and post-operative care. | $237.45 | $242.90 | +2.3% |
| 88535U5Direct adhesive restoration of five surfaces on a posterior tooth, including preparation, lining, contouring adjacent/opposing teeth, and post-operative care. | $274.20 | $280.50 | +2.3% |
| 88572U5Temporary tooth restoration placed while awaiting definitive treatment or extraction, not including access cavity sealing during endodontic or indirect restoration work. | $55.20 | $56.45 | +2.3% |
| 88574U5Cementation of a metal band on a tooth for diagnostic or protective purposes, or to hold a temporary restoration. | $46.50 | $47.55 | +2.3% |
| 88579U5Direct bonding of a fractured tooth fragment to the tooth, used as an alternative to a conventional restoration. | $109.70 | $112.20 | +2.3% |
| 88586U5Placement of a preformed metallic crown as a coronal restoration following tooth preparation. | $291.05 | $297.75 | +2.3% |
| 88587U5Placement of a preformed metallic crown (Hall crown) requiring minimal or no tooth preparation for coronal restoration. | $172.70 | $176.65 | +2.3% |
| 88597U5Insertion of a post into a prepared root canal to anchor an artificial crown or restoration. | $99.80 | $102.10 | +2.3% |
| 88721U7Provision of a resin base for a removable partial denture on the upper jaw when some natural teeth remain. | $494.35 | $505.70 | +2.3% |
| 88722U7Resin base for a partial removable denture on the lower jaw when some natural teeth are still present. | $494.35 | $505.70 | +2.3% |
| 88723U7Temporary upper partial denture replacing missing teeth and tissues in the maxilla, used until a permanent prosthesis can be made. | $370.70 | $379.25 | +2.3% |
| 88724U7Temporary removable partial denture for the lower jaw, replacing missing teeth and tissues until a permanent prosthesis is ready. | $370.70 | $379.25 | +2.3% |
| 88731U7Fitting a retainer or attachment to a tooth to help hold a partial denture in place. | $49.90 | $51.05 | +2.3% |
| 88733U7Additional tooth or teeth added to the base of a new partial denture, billed per tooth. | $40.95 | $41.90 | +2.3% |
| 88741U7Adjustment of an existing denture to improve comfort, function or aesthetics, excluding routine post-insertion adjustments or maintenance/repair work. | $59.45 | $60.80 | +2.3% |
| 88761U7Repair and adjustment of a denture by reattaching a pre-existing clasp. | $163.20 | $166.95 | +2.3% |
| 88762U7Repair of a denture by replacing or adding one or more clasps to improve retention and fit. | $170.55 | $174.45 | +2.3% |
| 88764U7Repair, insertion and adjustment of a broken resin partial denture base. | $163.20 | $166.95 | +2.3% |
| 88765U7Repair and adjustment of a denture by replacing or adding one or more new teeth to an existing denture. | $170.55 | $174.45 | +2.3% |
| 88766U7Repair of a denture by reattaching an existing tooth that has become detached, including insertion and adjustment work needed. | $163.20 | $166.95 | +2.3% |
| 88768U7Adding a tooth to an existing partial denture to replace an extracted or decoronated tooth, including modification, insertion and adjustment. | $172.70 | $176.65 | +2.3% |
| 88776U7Taking an impression for repair or modification of a dental appliance. | $52.15 | $53.35 | +2.3% |
| 88911U9Interim palliative care to manage pain, infection, bleeding, or other symptoms when not part of another treatment plan. | $77.40 | $79.20 | +2.3% |
| 88942U9Intravenous sedative drugs administered incrementally during dental treatment. | $151.75 | $155.25 | +2.3% |
| 88943U9Inhalation sedation using nitrous oxide mixed with oxygen administered to patients during dental treatment. | $75.85 | $77.60 | +2.3% |
Updated descriptors
The wording of these items changed. Check the item on MBS Online for the full descriptor.
| Item | Schedule fee |
|---|---|
| 297A8Psychiatrist consultation lasting over 45 minutes at hospital for new patients or those not seen by the psychiatrist in 24 months, following general practitioner referral. | $308.30 |
| 880A15Geriatric or rehabilitation specialist attendance at a case conference (10–30 minutes) to coordinate care, limited to one per patient per 7 days. | $57.60 |
| 56233I2CT spine scan (2 examinations) without IV contrast for diagnostic imaging of spinal pathology. | $270.10 |
| 56234I2CT spine with IV contrast, up to 2 separate examinations including pre-contrast scans if done, performed under anaesthesia. | $395.30 |
| 58112I3Up to 2 imaging examinations of the spine (X-ray, CT, or MRI) when clinically indicated. | $111.65 |
| 58115I3Up to 3 spinal imaging examinations (plain radiography, CT or MRI) in a defined period, subject to referral and clinical necessity requirements. | $126.25 |
| 58121I3Up to 3 spinal imaging examinations (X-ray or CT) per calendar year if no spinal MRI has been done that year. | $126.25 |
| 91850T4Antenatal video service by practice midwife, nurse or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health practitioner under medical practitioner supervision, maximum 10 per pregnancy, not on same day as another Group T4 antenatal item. | $31.80 |