GP Care Plans | M3 Health Melbourne
Care plans are a federally funded program, designed to optimise the health of people who suffer from a chronic condition, that would benefit from a more structured approach to their care.
Previously known as the Chronic Disease Management Plan, it has been updated to provide care delivered closely with your GP and is now referred to as the General Complex Medical Condition Management Plan (GCMMCP).
This change reflects a renewed focus on comprehensive care coordinated by your GP. The new structure streamlines the process, ensuring your GP is at the center of your care and supports you with a collaborative approach tailored to your medical conditions. This new plan will empower you to proactively manage your chronic health condition and will now resemble a standard referral letter.
To be eligible, you must have a chronic medical condition that has been, or is likely to be, present for six months or longer, or a terminal condition. Your GP will assess your eligibility based on your medical history and current health needs.
What are the benefits of a GCMMCP?
If you are facing the challenges of a chronic condition, your regular GP can arrange coordinated care and develop a comprehensive plan involving a team of healthcare providers. Once a plan is in place, you will gain access to subsidised treatment via Medicare rebates for your allied health services.
What referrals and visits are included?
Each plan is tailored to your health needs, and you can receive up to five subsidised allied health treatments via Medicare each calendar year (except for mental health services, which allow up to 10 sessions).
- Physiotherapist / Osteopath / Chiropractor
- Dietitian
- Diabetes Educator
- Exercise Physiologist
- Occupational Therapist
- Audiologist
- Psychologist
- Speech Pathologist
- Podiatrist
- Mental Health Worker
How much does it cost and how do I get a referral?
To determine your eligibility for a GCMMCP, simply schedule an appointment with your regular GP at M3 Health Bayswater or M3 Health Hobsons Bay. Once confirmed by your GP, our administration team can arrange a follow-up appointment with your GP and our nursing team, who will then provide a referral. There is no out-of-pocket cost if you hold a current Medicare card.
When should I have a plan review?
To ensure you receive the most benefit from your GCMMCP, we recommend you see your GP every 3–6 months for a review or a new plan. Your GCMMCP can empower you, and together with your regular GP at M3 Health Bayswater or M3 Health Hobsons Bay, we can start taking a step in the right direction. Call our friendly admin team today to arrange a chat with your regular GP.
