The Chronic Wounds Consumables Scheme (CWCS)

The Chronic Wounds Consumables Scheme (CWCS), which supports eligible patients in managing chronic wounds by providing fully subsidised wound care products.

What is CWCS? - CWCS covers the full cost of essential wound care items—such as bandages, dressings, and adhesives—for eligible patients. Health professionals can enrol patients and order products via an online portal or phone. These items are delivered directly to the patient’s home.

Why It Matters Chronic wounds can significantly affect quality of life and place a burden on the healthcare system. Many patients currently pay out-of-pocket for consumables, which can delay care. CWCS removes this financial barrier, ensuring timely access to treatment.

How It Works - Health professionals assess the wound and order products online. A wide range of items is available via the CWCS product list Product List. Products are delivered to the patient’s home or clinic at no cost.

Eligibility

People with diabetes and a chronic wound who are:

• Aged 65+
• First Nations individuals aged 50+

Not Eligible If Receiving Care Through

• NDIS
• Department of Veterans' Affairs programs
• Government-funded aged care services
• Public wound clinics or hospitals

Health professionals will be eligible if they are:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health practitioners
• General practitioners and other primary care medical practitioners
• Registered nurses and nurse practitioners
• Podiatrists

Eligible health professionals will need to complete specified training to use the online portal.

Health Professional Training
Monash University has developed training and education packages to support best practice chronic wound care management.

To access the CWCS scheme and online ordering portal, health professionals must complete this training.

Enrol and complete the training

For training enquiries or access issues, please email: cwcs-training@monash.edu

Upon completion, you’ll receive a certificate and a link to register for the CWCS portal via the Services Australia PRODA site.

Training may also count toward continuing professional development (CPD).

For PRODA-related issues, visit the Services Australia Health Professionals website or call 1800 700 199 (option 3).

Link to Department CWCS page - Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme | Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing