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Care plan reviews,because plans need revisiting.

Care plans work when they are living documents. The review is where the targets get checked, the allied health sessions get renewed, and the parts that were never realistic get changed.

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What to know
Book the right lengthTell reception what it is about so enough time is set aside.
No referral neededThis is general practice care — you can book directly with us.
Ask for who you preferMale and female GPs are available. Say who you would like when you book.
One practiceYour history in one place, so nothing has to be explained twice
Longer if you need itAsk reception for a long appointment when there is more than one thing
Bulk billedStandard consultations, for everyone with a valid Medicare card
Medicare Bulk Billing PracticeStandard GP consultations are bulk billed for everyone with a valid Medicare card.
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Check, adjust,renew.

A review looks at what has actually happened since the plan was written: readings, symptoms, whether the allied health sessions were used, what got in the way. Then the plan changes to match real life rather than the version written in an optimistic moment.

Bring the real numbersHome blood pressure readings, blood sugar logs, weight, how far you can walk before stopping. Real data changes plans; recollection rarely does.
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How often should I have a review?

Usually every three to six months, depending on the condition and how stable things are.

Does the review renew my allied health sessions?

A GP Chronic Condition Management Plan provides a set number of Medicare-subsidised allied health services per calendar year. The review is where use is checked and the referrals are renewed as needed. Older GP Management Plans and Team Care Arrangements stay valid until 30 June 2027.

What if I did not use the sessions?

Then that is the useful conversation. Cost, travel, timing and confidence are all common reasons, and most are fixable.

Reviewed

Your targets

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ReviewedYour targets

Blood pressure, HbA1c, cholesterol, weight, lung function — whichever apply.

Reviewed

Your medicines

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ReviewedYour medicines

Doses, side effects, and anything you have quietly stopped taking.

Reviewed

Allied health use

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ReviewedAllied health use

How many sessions used, and whether they helped.

Reviewed

What got in the way

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ReviewedWhat got in the way

Cost, transport, shift work, motivation. All legitimate, all worth solving.

Adjusted

The plan itself

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AdjustedThe plan itself

Targets that were never realistic get replaced with ones that are.

Renewed

Referrals

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RenewedReferrals

So the next year's sessions are in place before you need them.

Bring the numbers you have been keeping.Home readings change a plan far more than recollection does.

Longer appointment,often with the nurse.

Reviews are a longer appointment, frequently shared between the practice nurse and your GP.

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How long does it take?

Longer than a standard consult. Reception will book the right length.

Do I see the nurse or the doctor?

Often both. The nurse gathers measurements and history, the GP makes the clinical decisions.

Is it bulk billed?

Yes, with a valid Medicare card.

1Book a long appointmentSay it is a care plan review so enough time is set aside.Every 3–6 months
2Bring your numbersHome readings, logs, and the allied health you have actually attended.On the day
3Review with the nurse and GPMeasurements, medicines, targets and what got in the way.30–45 minutes
4Plan updatedNew targets, renewed referrals, and the next review booked before you leave.Same day

Care plan reviews

Subsidised allied health

Chronic condition management plans

Diabetes, heart, lung, arthritis

Bulk billed

Practice nurse support

Every three to six months

MyMedicare

Care plan reviews

Subsidised allied health

Chronic condition management plans

Diabetes, heart, lung, arthritis

Bulk billed

Practice nurse support

Every three to six months

MyMedicare

Care plan reviews

Subsidised allied health

Chronic condition management plans

Diabetes, heart, lung, arthritis

Bulk billed

Practice nurse support

Every three to six months

MyMedicare

Care plan reviewsquestions, answered.

What is a care plan?

A structured plan for managing a long-term condition, which also unlocks Medicare-subsidised allied health.

How often is it reviewed?

Usually every three to six months.

Is it bulk billed?

Yes, with a valid Medicare card.

How many allied health sessions do I get?

A set number of Medicare-subsidised services per calendar year under a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan. We will confirm the current number at your review.

Can I choose my physio or dietitian?

Yes. Tell us who you would like to see.

What conditions qualify?

Chronic conditions that have lasted or are likely to last at least six months — diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, arthritis and many others.

Do I need a referral?

No. Care plans are made in general practice.

What if my condition is stable?

Reviews still matter — that is often when medicines can be simplified.

General information onlyThis page is general health information for anyone who finds it useful. It is not advice about your own situation and it does not replace a consultation with a doctor who knows you. If you are worried about a symptom, book an appointment or call (02) 6530 7404. In an emergency, call 000.

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