If you live with a chronic condition such as diabetes, heart disease, asthma or arthritis, you may have heard that Medicare care plans have changed. Here is what the changes mean for you.

What has changed?

From 1 July 2025, the old GP Management Plan (GPMP) and Team Care Arrangement (TCA) were replaced by a single plan called the GP Chronic Condition Management Plan. One plan now covers everything, which makes it simpler for you and your care team.

I already have a care plan. Do I need to do anything?

Not straight away. If your plan was in place before 1 July 2025, you can keep using it to see allied health providers such as physiotherapists, dietitians and podiatrists until 30 June 2027. Referrals written before 1 July 2025 stay valid until all the sessions on them have been used.

When your plan is next due for review, your GP will move you onto the new plan. From 1 July 2027, everyone will need the new plan to keep accessing these services.

Are my allied health sessions changing?

No. The number of Medicare-subsidised allied health sessions you can access stays the same. Referrals are now written as letters, which gives your GP and allied health team more flexibility.

Why regular reviews matter

Your plan is reviewed regularly so your GP can check how you are going, update your goals and adjust your treatment. Keeping up with reviews also helps keep your allied health referrals active.

Allied health at Punchbowl Family Health Care

We have a range of allied health services on site, including dietetics, physiotherapy, podiatry, psychology, chiropractic and speech pathology, so much of your care can happen in one place.

If you have a chronic condition and are not sure whether your plan is up to date, book an appointment with your GP. Call us on (02) 8206 9095 or book online via HotDoc.