Upcoming changes to MBS Chronic Disease Management Arrangements
Changes to the Medicare Benefits Schedule items for chronic disease management have been deferred from 1 November 2024 until 1 July 2025. The additional time will support all practices and providers, including GPs and allied health providers, to be ready for the changes to these important services.
Chronic diseases are a leading cause of illness and death in Australia, and with an ageing population, these changes aim to improve care delivery. The changes aim to:
- simplify, streamline, and modernise the arrangements for health care professionals and patients
- promote continuity of care
- encourage the regular review of chronic condition management plans
- support communications between a patient’s multidisciplinary care team
- ensure existing patients can continue to access the care they need.
What can you do to prepare?
For further support please contact your Provider Support Officer or email providersupport@semphn.org.au.
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