New information on changes to Chronic Conditions Management Items was released on 23 August 2024.

Subject to the passage of legislation, from 1 November 2024, there will be a revised structure for items for chronic...
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Proud Wiradjuri woman and Warren local, Shaana Daley, is providing much-needed culturally safe and informed mental health support to her community’s youth thanks to a trainee program aimed at improving access to...
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On Friday 16 August 2024 at the Adult Mental Health Centre in Parramatta, the locations of four additional Medicare Mental Health Centres for NSW were announced. Medicare Mental Health Centres provide free, walk-in...
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Led by Western Victoria Primary Health Network (WVPHN), a consortium of 16 Primary Health Networks (PHNs) across Australia launched the Residential Aged Care Telehealth Training Program this month.
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The Department of Health and Aged Care has announced major changes to the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) items for chronic disease management from 1 November 2024.

The changes recommended by the MBS Review...
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If your practice is planning to participate in the General Practice in Aged Care Incentive, you may be considering the practicalities of how to sign up your patients living in an aged care home for MyMedicare.
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Healthdirect Australia offers a range of free resources designed to support healthcare professionals and empower patients in managing their health effectively.
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Data in this week shows that general practice bulk billing, along with MyMedicare participation for practices and Australians are on the rise.

General Practice...
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The Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) has released the 2nd edition of the Yellow Envelope, an initiative designed to ensure seamless and safe transfer for aged care residents moving in and out of hospitals.
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This month, The Wholesome Collective ran a series of cooking and nutrition classes in the towns of Forbes, Parkes, Wellington, Canowindra, Eugowra, and Molong. Funded by the WNSW PHN Community Wellbeing grants, these...
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