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Accreditation in general practice was established to promote a culture of quality and safety in Australian general practices. General practices are assessed for accreditation against the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) Standards for General Practices (3rd edition), which is considered the benchmark for high quality care in Australian general practice. The RACGP Standards for General Practice were developed in the 1990's with the purpose of assisting General Practices to fulfil a process of quality improvement. The Standards are now in their 3rd edition and are the result of an ongoing review process and consultation with experts within the profession, as well as consumers, to ensure they are appropriate for today’s primary health care climate.
RACGP Standards for General Practices, 3rd edition
RACGP Infection Control Standards for Office Based Practices, 4th edition General Practice accreditation organisations in AustraliaThere are currently two organisations which provide accreditation services to general practices in Australia: AGPAL – Australian General Practices Accreditation Limited
Level 1, 65 Park Road
Ph: 1300 362 111 GPA Accreditation Plus
95-97 Sheridan Street
Ph: 1800 188 088 Accreditation and the Practice Incentives Program (PIP)Practices are required to either be accredited or registered for accreditation in order to be eligible to receive PIP payments. Further information about the Practice Incentive Program be found via the link below How the IDGP Practice Support Service can assist youThe IDGP Practice Support Service provides support for practices undertaking accreditation for the first time, or for those undergoing re-accreditation. The Practice Support Service is able to assist practices undertaking accreditation through:
Phone and email support is provided by the IDGP Practice Support Service or alternatively, a practice visit can also be arranged. To arrange a practice visit for accreditation preparation support please contact: Chris, Kathy or Margaret at at 4220 7600 or through email at Practice Support |
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