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Premium room fees are common in residential care. DHB shared
services NZ describe a premium room as a room 'with additional
features of a permanent or fixed nature', such as an ensuite,
big room or garden access.
These fees differ from fees for additional services that can be turned
off easily such as a newspaper, phone line in room or Sky TV
subscription.
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There is no
public funding available for premium room fees or additional
services. This means that even if you are on Residential Care
Subsidy - you may still be required to pay premium room fees. It
is therefore important to be very clear about any
extra costs prior to entering care. Charges for premium room
fees are negotiated between the care
provider and the resident and must be specified in the admission
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In July 2014
a policy was introduced to clarify when premium room fees apply
and to outline a process if you no longer wish to reside in a
premium room, or are unable to pay premium room fees. Click on
the 'more info' button to view a copy of the policy. |
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Extra Costs
Flow Chart |
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More information on
premium room fees including information on the
’10 km’ rule, how and where it applies |
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Facilities
cannot charge for services included in the DHB contract (includes
GP visits, medications and incontinence products). This applies to residents receiving Residential Care
Subsidy and privately paying residents. Extra can only be charged for
items or services outside of the contract. |
Ministry of Health
