What are other benefits of GPMP?

A GPMP will give you access to the following allied healthcare providers with a Medical Referral :

  • physiotherapists

  • podiatrists

  • chiropractors

  • dietitians

  • exercise physiologists

  • psychologists

  • mental health workers

  • diabetes educators

  • occupational therapists

  • osteopaths

  • speech pathologists

  • audiologists

  • Aboriginal health workers or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health practitioners

Patients can use up to 5 services per calendar year for these services and claim the Medicare rebate , currently set at $61.80 per session,

Chronic Disease Management

What is a Chronic Disease?

A chronic disease is a medical condition that is present or likely to be present for 6 months or longer.

This includes, but isn’t limited to, conditions such as diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, kidney and liver disease, heart conditions, fatty liver, eczema, asthma.

What is a Chronic Disease Management Plan?

A GP Management Plan (GPMP) is a document done by your usual GP, outlining the management of your chronic condition.

The purpose of a GPMP is to work together with your doctor to outline your chronic health conditions, identify specific health needs and management goals and then co-ordinate your care.

Developing a plan can empower you by identifying things you can do to achieve your health goals.

A GPMP provides you with ongoing care with a team of health professionals, including:

  • 5 bulk billed visits per year from a Practice Nurse to assist you with:

    • blood pressure check

    • immunisations

    • medication reviews

    • referrals

    • weight monitoring

    • blood tests

    • diabetic foot checks

      GPMPs may be bulk billed and are reviewed by your usual GP every 6 months.