MyMedicare is a voluntary patient registration program that strengthens the relationship between patients, their general practice, and primary care teams.
By registering with MyMedicare, patients can receive more personalised, coordinated care, and their healthcare providers can better support them in managing their health needs.
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (DoHDA) offers a general practice communication toolkit to assist in the use of MyMedicare, helping practices engage with patients and streamline their care management.
General practices are able to begin the MyMedicare registration process and link their providers to their practice. Practices can register in Services Australia’s PRODA, HPOS, and the Organisation Register systems, making it easier to manage patient records and care coordination.
MyMedicare is rolling out in stages, with additional incentives to be introduced throughout the year, so practices can gradually benefit from the program’s features.
The General Practice in Aged Care Incentive supports elderly residents in aged care facilities by ensuring they receive ongoing, quality primary care from their regular healthcare provider. This initiative encourages strong, continuous care and improves health outcomes for older people.
