A 79-year-old man living in Western Australia has recently been diagnosed with a terminal lung disease. He lives alone, receives the age pension, and holds a valid Concession and Medicare card. He has been prescribed multiple medications, which he fills regularly at his local pharmacy. He mentions that his pharmacist said he’s “reached the threshold” and now pays much less per script. Which of the following best explains how his medication costs are subsidised under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme?
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