30 March Health Budget Success Dependent on Leveraging Practice Managers March 30, 2022 By Advocacy, Media 0 The Australian Association of Practice Management (AAPM) welcomes the 2022-23 Federal Budget, but stresses that its success is dependent on Practice Managers as a key conduit within the healthcare sector. 30 March 2022 - FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION The Australian Association of Practice Management (AAPM) welcomes the 2022-23 Federal Budget, but stresses that its success is dependent on Practice Managers as a key conduit within the healthcare sector. “Practice Managers are often the hidden layer of healthcare but will be critical to supporting the outcomes identified in this 2022-23 Federal Budget”, AAPM CEO Miranda stated. Initiatives within the Federal Budget include $4.9 million to support quality improvement within general practice, as well as $106 million to provide a permanent commitment to Telehealth. Primary Health Networks (PHNs) have been identified as a key intermediary between Government and the healthcare sector in the coordination of services. PHNs will continue to work alongside Practice Managers to assist in the implementation of these initiatives. The Federal Budget allocates $4.9 million to support ongoing quality improvement within general practice. Practice Managers are often responsible for managing the accreditation process and ongoing compliance. AAPM supports this initiative and acknowledges the integral role that Practice Managers play in supporting quality improvement. “Practice Managers are vital to the success of uplifting healthcare, their importance must be recognised as the Government implements these budget initiatives”, Ms. Grace concluded. About the Australian Association of Practice Management (AAPM): Established over 40 years ago, the Australian Association of Practice Management (AAPM) is the professional association for Practice Managers in healthcare including general practice, specialist, dental and allied health as well as multi-disciplinary clinics. Visit: www.aapm.org.au All media enquiries: AAPM National Office 1800 196 000 or nationaloffice@aapm.org.au Related Articles Free Flu Vaccinations require engagement with Practice Managers The Australian Association of Practice Management (AAPM) has reiterated the need for Government to engage Practice Managers in the provision and deployment of free flu vaccinations. My Health Record – Australians to decide on a smarter and safer way to share their important healthcare information By the end of 2018, a My Health Record will be created for every Australian, unless they choose not to have one. If people choose not to have a My Health Record, they will be able to opt out of having one created for them during a three-month period, starting on Monday 16 July and ending on October 15 2018 Increased use of My Health Record by healthcare providers Independent review of health providers’ access to Medicare card numbers This review examined access by Health professionals to Medicare card numbers by using the Health Professional Online Services (HPOS) system or by calling the Department of Human Services. My Health Record kits being distributed to Australian healthcare providers The Australian Digital Health Agency is pleased to announce nearly 20,000 My Health Record education kits are being distributed to healthcare providers and Australia Post offices across Australia. The kits will equip providers and Agency partners with information and resources to help them advise all Australians about My Health Record Australian Commission on Safety & Quality in Healthcare announces resumption of accreditation assessments for general practices Comments are closed.