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Australia's first private hospital to offer no-out-of-pocket costs across the whole of their hospital stay
Slade Pharmacy is now open and fully operational at Adeney Private Hospital in Victoria, ensuring seamless quality medication management and best-in-class pharmaceutical care for patients. Adeney Private is Australia's first private hospital to offer no-out-of-pocket costs to eligible members of participating health funds, across the whole of their hospital stay*.
Adeney Private Hospital is unique in that no out-of-pocket expenses will be charged to eligible health fund members for in-hospital treatments that include surgeries, anaesthetics, imaging, pathology, medical infusions and PBS prescriptions.
Best-in-class pharmacy
Slade Pharmacy, part of Icon Group will deliver comprehensive hospital pharmacy services, including the supply of medications during patient stays and expert pharmacist consultations. With a strong reputation in hospital pharmacy, oncology, and specialist care, Slade is committed to ensuring access to medicines and promoting medication safety at Adeney Private Hospital.
Icon Group Acting CEO for Pharmacy and Compounding (Australia and New Zealand), Russell Hill said this new service continues Slade’s commitment to exceptional pharmacy services.
“We’re proud to partner with Adeney Private Hospital, a pioneer in more affordable private healthcare,” said Russell.
“It reflects our commitment to partnering with hospitals to deliver safe, high-quality medication management and ensure the best possible outcomes and support for patients throughout their hospital stay.”
Exceptional partnerships
Adeney Private Hospital CEO, Louise O’Connor, emphasised the significance of this partnership.
"Slade Pharmacy brings an impressive track record in hospital pharmacy and partnering with the team allows us to provide our patients with exceptional on-site pharmaceutical care, ensuring a seamless and informed experience during their treatment and upon discharge."
This new service adds to our growing network of more than 70 pharmacies and reinforces the group’s dedication to innovation in hospital pharmacy services and transforming private healthcare in Australia through hospital partnerships and patient-centred care.
*Subject to contractual agreement with individual private health insurers