This program is now CLOSED if you require support or information please contact the team at GPgrants@brisbanenorthphn.org.au
About the Strengthening Medicare GP Grants Program
The Australian Government recognises that general practice is the cornerstone of the primary care health system. In the October 2022-23 Budget, the Government committed to invest $220 million to support general practices and eligible Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) to make improvements to expand patient access and support safe, and accessible, quality primary care.
One-off grants of $25,000, $35,000 or $50,000 (based on practice size and accreditation status) will be available for investments in innovation, training, equipment, and minor capital works in one or more of the three investment streams below to:
- Enhance digital health capability – to fast-track the benefits of a more connected healthcare system in readiness to meet future standards.
- Upgrade infection prevention and control arrangements – to support the safe, face to face assessment of patients with symptoms of potentially infectious respiratory diseases (e.g. COVID, influenza).
- Maintain and/or achieve accreditation against the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners Standards for General Practice, 5th Edition, under the General Practice Accreditation Scheme – to promote quality and safety in general practice.
The one-off payment can be used for one or more of the investment streams, and will be provided once your application is assessed and approved.
Practices can fund activities to best address their needs.
Eligibility
General Practices that are open and operating and eligible Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs).
Each individual general practice can apply separately for a grant if they meet the eligibility requirements. The corporate group (head office) is not eligible to apply.
If you require further information or assistance, please contact GPgrants@brisbanenorthnphn.org.au.
For more information about the Program, please refer to:
- the Department of Health and Aged Care's dedicated webpage
- this overview of the Strengthening Medicare-General Practice Grants Program.
