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Concerns over government’s new aged care algorithm

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Older Australians and experts have raised the alarm over a controversial algorithm that assesses the support needs for those accessing the aged care system. No human can change the outcome, and critics have labelled it Robodebt 2.0. Health Minister Mark Butler has quietly announced a rapid review into the tool and the Coalition is calling for changes.
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