Government incentives
The Australian Department of Health and Aged Care provides the following incentives for practices that are accredited or registered for accreditation.
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The Practice Incentives Program (PIP)
The Practice Incentives Program (PIP) payments support health professionals and practices to deliver quality care, enhance capacity and improve access and outcomes.
Read our article about the new PIP payment commencing 1 Nov 2025.
Further resources:
- EMPHN Practice Incentives Program Quality Improvement (PIPQI) information
- Practice Incentives Program eHealth Incentive (ePIP) information
- HealthPathways Melbourne Practice Incentives Program (PIP) information
Workforce Incentive Program (WIP) Practice Stream
The Workforce Incentive Program (WIP) Practice Stream payment supports general practices to employ nurses and allied health professionals.
View HealthPathways Melbourne Workforce Incentive Program (WIP) information.
EMPHN support
EMPHN is dedicated to assisting practices in understanding the various incentive programs available to them and providing guidance on how to navigate these incentives.