The Morrison government is expected to challenge a court decision which found doctors can remotely assess offshore asylum seekers who apply for medical evacuation to Australia.
A 29-year-old man from Iraq, who has been on Nauru for six years, sought approval for transfer to Australia under the so-called "medevac" laws which came into force on March 1.
Two doctors formed their opinions and prepared reports for the Home Affairs secretary on the basis of the applicant's medical records and other material, but did not personally interview or physically examine him.
