A GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (GPCCMP) is a structured care plan created by your regular GP for any chronic condition expected to last six months or longer. It gives you access to five Medicare-subsidised allied health visits per calendar year, including physiotherapy, dietetics, psychology, podiatry and exercise physiology.
Understanding GP Management Plans
A GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (GPCCMP) is a structured care plan created by your regular GP to help coordinate and manage any chronic medical condition. It outlines these conditions, treatment goals, and agreed actions, while providing access to up to five Medicare-subsidised allied health visits per calendar year across eligible providers. Your GPCCMP should be reviewed every 3 to 6 months to monitor your progress, update your plan, and keep you on track.
Who Qualifies?
Any person with a chronic condition expected to last six months or longer may qualify. There is no exclusive list; eligibility is based on clinical judgement. Common qualifying conditions include:
- Diabetes (type 1 and 2)
- Asthma and COPD
- Cardiovascular disease
- Arthritis, chronic joint and back pain
- Mental health conditions
- Cancer (during and after treatment)
- Chronic kidney disease
- Obesity (with associated chronic conditions)
- Neurological conditions (MS, Parkinson’s, epilepsy)
- Osteoporosis
Allied Health Services You Can Access
- Physiotherapy; musculoskeletal, rehab, chronic pain
- Dietetics; diabetes, weight management, cardiovascular risk
- Psychology; this may be accessed under a GPCCMP in some circumstances, although most psychology rebates are provided under a Mental Health Treatment Plan
- Exercise physiology; diabetes, cardiovascular, obesity, chronic pain
- Podiatry; such as diabetes-related foot care
- Speech pathology; swallowing or communication conditions
- Occupational therapy; managing daily activities
- Osteopathy or chiropractic; chronic musculoskeletal conditions
You can choose your own allied health provider; they don’t need to be at the same clinic.
How the Medicare Rebate Works
- Rebates vary by allied health profession and are typically around $60 per session
- Some providers bulk bill GPCCMP patients (no gap); others charge a gap fee
- 5 visits per calendar year; unused visits do NOT roll over
How to Get a GPCCMP
- Book a longer appointment (30 minutes); tell reception it’s for a chronic disease management plan
- Discuss your condition, symptoms, medications, and what’s difficult to manage
- Your GP creates the GPCCMP
- Receive referral paperwork for your chosen allied health providers
- Book your allied health appointments
- Review your care plan every 3 to 6 months
GPCCMP vs Mental Health Treatment Plan: Key Difference
| | GPCCMP | Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) |
|---|
| Medicare item | 965 (plan) + 967 (review) | 2715 |
| For | Any chronic condition | Mental health specifically |
| Allied health visits | 5 per year (any allied health) | Up to 10 per year (psychology + approved MH practitioners) |
| Can be used together? | Yes | Yes |
| Combined total | Up to 15 subsidised visits per year (5 allied health + 10 psychology) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many allied health visits do I get?
5 Medicare-subsidised visits per calendar year under the GPCCMP. These can be split across different providers. Entitlement resets each January (not the anniversary of plan creation); unused visits don’t roll over.
Which conditions qualify?
Any chronic condition expected to last 6 or more months — diabetes, asthma, arthritis, chronic pain, heart disease, COPD, mental health, obesity, chronic kidney disease. There is no exclusive list.
Is a GPCCMP free or bulk billed?
It depends on your GP’s billing. Allied health visits are partially subsidised (approximately $55 to $60 rebate). Some providers bulk bill GPCCMP patients; others charge a gap.
Can I choose my own allied health provider?
Yes. You are not restricted to your GP’s clinic. Choose any registered provider who accepts GPCCMP referrals.
How often is it reviewed?
Your GPCCMP should be reviewed every 3 to 6 months, and more frequently if your condition changes. A review keeps your plan up to date and renews your entitlement.
Can I have both a GPCCMP and a Mental Health Treatment Plan?
Yes. They are separate Medicare items that run concurrently. A GPCCMP gives 5 allied health visits; an MHTP gives up to 10 psychology sessions. Combined, that is up to 15 subsidised sessions per year.
Do I need to stay with the same GP?
You can transfer your care to a different GP or clinic at any time, although ongoing care with your nominated regular GP is encouraged to support continuity and better long-term management of your health.
I’ve had a chronic condition for years and was never offered a GPCCMP. Can I still get one?
Absolutely. If you live with a chronic medical condition, a GPCCMP can help coordinate your care and reduce the cost of allied health treatment. Speak with your regular GP at Nuvo Health to see whether you may be eligible.
