WA Country Health Service - Patient Assisted Travel Scheme - PATS

About PATS PATS provides financial support for travel and accommodation for eligible patients needing to travel to access specialist medical services.
Am I eligible for PATS? If you live in Western Australia and have been referred by a clinician to a specialist medical service that is not available locally, you may be eligible for a subsidy.
PATS subsidies Subsidies to assist with travel and accommodation costs associated with accessing a specialist medical service are available for eligible patients.
COVID-19 Information Information about the Patient Assisted Travel Scheme (PATS) and the COVID-19 response.
Get started The application process requires you to follow six easy steps.
PATS forms Access the forms you need to apply for and claim your subsidy.
PATS reform We are working to improve your experience and access to health services.
More information including FAQs Here you can find responses to some of the more frequently asked questions regarding PATS, as well as useful links, COVID-19 information and the appeals process.
Contact us - PATS If you require more information about Patient Assisted Travel Scheme (PATS - WA Travel only) you can contact your regional PATS office as listed below. Residents requiring highly specialised medical care not available in Western Australia may be eligible for assistance from the Interstate Patient Travel Scheme (IPTS).

Last Updated: 11/03/2022