Integrated Primary Care (IPC)
What is the Integrated Primary Care Service?
Integrated Primary Care supports people living in smaller communities to access allied health such as Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists, Dietitians and Specialist Nurses. Working closely with general practice and allied health providers, IPC provides care coordination and support for people with chronic disease such as diabetes and arthritis to better manage their conditions and their wellbeing.
Who Can Access the Program?
People of any age who have been diagnosed with or are at risk of developing a chronic disease.
If a client is accessing other services such as My Aged Care, Private Health or NDIS, they may still be eligible to access IPC services, eligibility will be determined at the IPC initial assessment.
What Clients Can Expect:
Once connected to the Integrated Primary Care service:
The client’s GP and/or Practice Nurse will discuss the Integrated Primary Care program with the client
A GP referral will be sent to FocusOne Health
A member of the Integrated Primary Care team will contact the client to register for the service
Clients can access care coordination for up to 12 months
Clients will receive a collaborative approach to care with general practice and allied health professionals
Clients will receive Information, resources and linkages to relevant services
Location:
This service is available in some towns with populations less than 8,000 in the Limestone Coast, Southern Mallee, Mid Murray and Coorong, or via phone and telehealth. Service availability may vary between regions.
Fees:
This is a free service.
This program has been made possible by funding from Country SA PHN and is therefore unable to cover services under Medicare.
IPC services are separate from the client’s General Practice Management Plan (GPMP) or Team Care Arrangement (TCA), IPC services are in addition to these services.
Referral:
A GP referral to IPC is valid for 12 months.
A GP referral is required, we accept referrals via:
⦿ email: referrals@focusonehealth.com.au
⦿ Fax: (08) 8582 3190
Click here to download the referral form.