Published 01 July 2015 by Esther Lim
For consultation: General Practice Accreditation Scheme
The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission) and the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) are seeking feedback on a proposal to implement a model General Practice Accreditation Scheme.
A national review of the administration of the Practice Incentive Program (PIP) conducted by the Australian National Audit Office (Office), found that whilst an outcome of accreditation was access to the PIP, the Department of Health could not assure itself of the quality or consistency of general practice accreditation.
As a result, the Commission and the RACGP worked on a joint project to develop a governance and reporting framework for general practice accreditation in Australia to address recommendations made by the Office.
To ensure the scheme meets the needs of the general practice sector, the Commission is seeking feedback on these proposals.
A copy of the consultation paper and details on how to make a submissions can be accessed on the Commission's website.
How can I get involved?
You can contribute to the process by providing a written submission or arranging to met with representatives from the Commission.
All written submissions should be recieved by close of business Friday, 24 July 2015 to be considered in the consultation process.
Submissons should address the consultation questions:
- Do you think the proposed General Practice Accreditation Scheme will improve accreditation processes for general practices?
- What else should change?
- What should not change?
- What are the issues or benefits you see for general practices if accrediting agencies are required to be approved?
- What are the issues or benefits you see for general practices if accreditation outcomes data is collected and reported?
For more information
Questions relating to submissions should be directed by email to NSQHSStandards@safetyandquality.gov.au or by calling the Commission on (02) 9126 3600.
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