Continuous nerve blockade for post-operative pain management from 1 March 2025

This page provides information on the introduction of new Relative Value Guide (anaesthesia) MBS item for post-operative pain management.

Page last updated: 03 March 2025

From 1 March 2025, a new item for continuous nerve block (CNB) using catheter technique will commence on the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS).

CNB provides an alternative to current approaches such as a single injection nerve block or opioid medication.

Further information is provided in the Factsheet below:
Word Version - Continuous nerve blockade for post-operative pain management from 1 March 2025 (Word 125 KB)
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