New name, same care: Chronic Disease Management Plans revamped
Jul. 25, 2025
You may have noticed a change in the language being used in relation to your Chronic Disease Management plan, however there is no need for concern.
The change intends to make access to care easier for you and your loved ones.
As of July 1, Chronic Disease Management plans (CDMP) and Team Care Arrangements (TCA) have been merged into a singular entity known clinically as a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (GPCCMP).
These changes have been implemented in the hopes of creating better healthcare access for individuals living with chronic conditions such as Parkinson’s and Atypical Parkinson’s.
If you already have a CDMP and TCA, you do not need to action anything until it is due for renewal. At that point your GP will shift it to a GPCCMP with new specifications. Until then there is no change to how your plan functions.
What is changing?
Simplified process, better continuity
The biggest change is your care can now be accessed through one plan instead of two, simplifying the process of accessing care providers and reducing administrative appointments for you or your loved ones.
Referrals for GPCCMP’s now last for 18-months, up from 12-months previously. Reviews will also be more frequent, allowing for more timely adjustments of plans as needed. You can have your plan reviewed every three months, up from six months, if required.
Patient-centred, flexible referrals
GPCCMP’s will now be open referrals, allowing you easier access to allied health and giving you greater choice of providers. This will allow you to choose the clinician that works best for you, rather than forcing you to continue to utilise the individual you were originally referred to.
The new plan will remove some referral barriers for those looking to access allied health.
Eligibility criteria
There has been no change to criteria for those looking to access GPCCMP’s, however you must now be registered for MyMedicare.
If you are concerned about changes to your plan or need help understanding how these changes will affect you, you can contact the Fight Parkinson’s information line.
Our team of multidisciplinary health experts can answer all your questions on 1800 644 189.