How SuperCare Assists With Dental Treatment Funding
SuperCare is an external service that assists eligible patients in applying for early access to their superannuation for essential dental care. Applications are made to the ATO. The ATO determines approval based on individual eligibility.
Providing Accessible Dental Care
SuperCare supports patients who may be facing financial challenges by helping them apply for early release of superannuation through the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). This can be used to cover a range of essential dental treatments, including oral surgery, dental implants, and orthodontics.
SuperCare is an independent service that provides administrative support for ATO applications. You can apply for expenses for yourself or your dependants, subject to ATO eligibility.
SuperCare Support for Eligible Patients
Accessing essential dental care can be challenging for some patients. SuperCare provides independent administrative support to help eligible patients apply to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for early release of superannuation to manage treatment costs.
- SuperCare assists with the preparation and submission of ATO applications for early release of superannuation.
- If approved by the ATO, released funds can help cover eligible dental treatment costs, such as implants or oral surgery.
- Applications may be made for yourself or your dependant (for example, a child or partner), subject to ATO eligibility and approval.
How SuperCare Works
SuperCare is not a health service provider. It is an independent service that assists with Australian Taxation Office applications for compassionate release of superannuation. The ATO determines approval and is subject to eligibility criteria.
- If you choose to proceed, a SuperCare consultant can contact you to explain the process and discuss eligibility requirements.
- They assist in collecting the required supporting documents and completing your ATO application.
- The consultants submit your Compassionate Release of Super (CRS) application to the ATO on your behalf.
- If your application is approved, the released funds will be managed in accordance with ATO arrangements, which may include payment to your dental provider.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for early access to your superannuation through SuperCare, you must meet specific criteria outlined by the Australian Taxation Office. These requirements are in place to restrict access to superannuation funds for medically necessary reasons in accordance with government regulations.
- You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident with sufficient superannuation.
- The treatment must relate to a serious dental or medical condition that meets the ATO’s compassionate release criteria.
- Applications can be made for yourself or your dependant (for example, a child or partner), subject to ATO eligibility.
- A valid treatment plan, along with supporting documentation, must be provided.
How to Get Started
SuperCare provides administrative support to help you start the ATO application process. Our team can assist with your dental treatment plan and connect you with SuperCare for application support. We can refer you to SuperCare, which provides support for ATO early-release applications.
- Book a consultation with our team to discuss your dental treatment needs.
- Receive a personalised treatment plan outlining the necessary procedures.
- With your consent, we can share your details with SuperCare, allowing them to contact you regarding your eligibility and support.
- SuperCare can assist you with preparing and submitting your ATO application for compassionate release of superannuation.
Supported treatments
SuperCare can be used to fund approved dental procedures. These procedures must be deemed medically necessary or address significant oral health issues affecting you or a dependent.
- Dental implants
- Oral surgery
- Orthodontics (including early intervention for children)
- Root canal treatment
- Crowns and bridges
- Periodontal treatment for gum disease
- Treatments under general anaesthesia