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23 October 2025

Latest HealthPathways Melbourne case studies

HealthPathways Melbourne regularly publishes case studies to highlight how the platform supports GPs in accessing the most up-to-date treatment pathways for their patients. The latest…
General practice

21 October 2025

Request for Expressions of Interest: Unified Program

Throughout 2025, Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (EMPHN) has engaged in a series of co-design workshops with service providers, consumers, and key stakeholders to explore…
Commissioned services

14 October 2025

Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program (BBPIP) – Checklist and Planning Kit for General Practice now available

With the Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program (BBPIP) launching on 1 November 2025, general practices are encouraged to begin preparations now. Recently released resources –…
General practice

13 October 2025

SupportConnect now operating as Medicare Mental Health

SupportConnect is now operating as Medicare Mental Health. While the name has changed, the service remains the same. Medicare Mental Health is accessible nationally, and…
Mental health

13 October 2025

Alfred Health Consultmed eReferral is live

Significant improvements have been made to Alfred Health’s eReferral platform, Consultmed. These enhancements were made following feedback from referring GPs and make the referral process…
General practice

10 October 2025

New pregnancy care resources available for your patients

The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has developed a new series of consumer pregnancy resources to help explain the care women should receive during…
General practice

09 October 2025

Upcoming Changes to Better Access Mental Health Program

From 1 November 2025, changes will be made to the Better Access to Psychiatrists, Psychologists and General Practitioners Initiative through the Medicare Benefits Schedule, subject…
General practice

25 September 2025

Prepare your patients for thunderstorm asthma season

Find health professional resources to ensure your patients are prepared for thunderstorm asthma season
General practice

24 September 2025

New Bulk Billing Incentives Calculator released for practices and GPs

Changes to bulk billing incentives from 1 November 2025 will expand the eligibility of bulk billing incentives to all Australians with a Medicare card. Currently,…
General practice

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