A $220 million investment gives a much-needed boost to general practices
The NT Rural Generalist Program welcomes the Commonwealth Government announcement of a $220 million Strengthening Medicare – General Practice Grants Program, acknowledging it will help boost general practice and lead to greater healthcare outcomes for rural and remote communities.
The grants program is designed to support general practices and eligible Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHO) to invest in training, equipment and minor capital works.
This funding focuses on enhancing digital health capability, upgrading infection prevention and control arrangements for all practices and maintain and/or achieve accreditation, regardless of size; projects.
The Commonwealth Governments investment in builds a strong, resilient, and sustainable health services in rural and remote and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
General practices are key to improving the healthcare outcomes of their patients, and they make their communities more attractive places to live and work, leading to better economic and social opportunities.
Over the coming weeks, PHNs and NACCHO will be sending letters directly to general practices inviting participation in the Grants Program.
