General Practice in Aged Care Incentive (GPACI)  

From 1 July 2024, eligible general practitioners (GPs) and practices registered with both MyMedicare and General Practice in Aged Care Incentive are able to receive incentive payments. These incentive payments are for providing regular visits and care planning to older people living in aged care. 

The General Practice in Aged Care Incentive promotes continuous, quality care. Developed in response to the: 

• Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety 

• Strengthening Medicare Taskforce. 

Why it is important 

The General Practice in Aged Care Incentive will make it easier for older people living in residential aged care homes to receive regular visits and care planning services from their responsible GP and practice. This supports improved continuity of care and aims to reduce avoidable hospitalisations. 

Guidelines: General Practice in Aged Care Incentive Program Guidelines 

Please see here for further information and resources: 

• Incentive payments 

• Eligibility: Including Practice, GP and patient eligibility 

• Servicing requirements: Including quarterly visits 

• Resources: 

• GPs and practice resources: including FAQ’s and an Information kit,  

• Factsheet and patient journeys 

• GPACI – Vodcasts 

• Aged care residents, their families and carers: including FAQ’s and Information kit 

• Residential aged care providers: including FAQ’s and Information kit 

For more information on the General Practice in Aged Care Incentive (GPACI), go to: https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/gpaci 

For Services Australia information and how to register, please go to: 

• General Practice Aged Care Incentive – Services Australia 

• eLearning modules, infographics and simulations – Services Australia 

• Email mymedicare@servicesaustralia.gov.au (please be aware that there may be risks with sending personal information through unsecured networks or email channels). 

Accreditation support: Please note, if you are thinking of being accredited as a general practice or a non-traditional general practice, CESPHN’s Practice Support and Development Team can offer support to you and your practice.  

If you have any questions or need support on the GP Aged Care Incentive, please contact: Practice Support and Development or Digital Health and QI teams. 

For further general support on MyMedicare or the General Practice Aged Care Incentive (GPACI), please contact CESPHNs Practice Support Team at practicesupport@cesphn.com.au