Ombudsman probes controversial aged care algorithm tool

The commonwealth ombudsman is investigating the Integrated Assessment Tool (IAT), a controversial algorithm used for aged care assessments. This follows hundreds of complaints from assessors and advocacy groups, who describe the tool as 'cruel' and 'inhumane'. The IAT was made mandatory in November 2022 as part of aged care reforms by the Albanese government.

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