Benefits of MyMedicare

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It is voluntary and free to register in MyMedicare.

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When you register in MyMedicare, it will notify your general practice that you have chosen them as your regular care team. Additional funding will be available from the government to help them provide the care you need.

 

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Eligibility

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You’re eligible to register in MyMedicare if you have:

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• a Medicare Card or Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) Veteran Card

• face-to-face visits recorded with the same practice, including either:

  • one face-to-face visit for practices in remote locations (MMM 6 and 7)

  • two face-to-face visits for practices in other locations in the previous 24 months.

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People who are facing hardship will be exempt from all eligibility requirements. This includes people experiencing domestic and family violence and homelessness.

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Parents/guardians and children can be registered at the same practice if one of them is eligible and registered. A parent/guardian must register a child under 14 years and provide consent on their behalf. Young people aged 14 to 17 years can register and provide consent without a parent/guardian.

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How to Register

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Please speak to your doctor to find out more about registering for MyMedicare at Tweed Surgery.

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