Extension of Video Call COVID-19 GP Program

Healthdirect Australia has announced the extension of the healthdirect Video Call COVID-19 GP Program to 31 December 2023 and the PHN Exemplar Program to 30 June 2024.

GP Progam:

  • The Department of Health and Aged Care has extended the healthdirect Video Call COVID-19 GP Program to 31 December 2023.
  • We encourage you to continue using this secure video consulting platform which has been purpose-built for primary care settings, in line with the changes to the telehealth MBS items.
  • For GPs in private practice wanting to use the service, please register your practice. For GPs in ACCHOs wanting to use the service, please register for access.
  • RACGP CPD accredited training in healthdirect Video Call is available for your practice – please register here for essential training.

Exemplar Program:

  • The Department of Health and Aged Care has extended the healthdirect Video Call Exemplar Program to 30 June 2024. 
  • This program provides access for Allied Health and Aged Care, including Residential Aged Care Facilities. Please visit this page to see how others are using Video Call. 
  • For health services wanting to start using Video Call, please register your interest.

Please contact the healthdirect Video Call team if you have any questions.