MyMedicare is a voluntary patient registration initiative designed to strengthen the relationship between patients, their general practice, and primary care teams. By formally linking patients to their preferred practice, MyMedicare supports improved continuity of care, better health outcomes, and enhanced access to funded services for priority populations.
Recent updates to the program provide important changes for practices to be aware of, alongside refreshed resources to support implementation.
Key Program Updates:
As of 2 June 2026, the MyMedicare Registration Form has been updated and is now available via the Department of Health website. The Services Australia system has also been aligned to reflect these changes.
Practices can order printed copies of the updated registration form through National Mailing and Marketing (NMM) by quoting:
Order ID: A01006
In addition, the MyMedicare Program Guidelines have been updated, with a focus on improving clarity in two key areas:
These refinements aim to support practices in applying the program requirements accurately and consistently.
Updated Practice Resources
To further support patient engagement and awareness, a range of updated resources are now available, including:
These materials are available online and can also be ordered in print through NMM using the contact details above.
Resources Available
Practices are encouraged to access the latest MyMedicare updated resources, including:
For further support, practices can contact;
Practice Support at practicesupport@cesphn.com.au
Digital Health Team at digitalhealth@cesphn.com.au
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