Better Access

The Better Access initiative is increasing community access to mental health professionals and team-based mental health care, with general practitioners encouraged to work more closely and collaboratively with psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, registered psychologists and appropriately trained social workers and occupational therapists.

Services: Case Management

Nearest Campus: Nirimba

Address: No Address Available

Contact Number: 132 150

Email: betteraccess@health.gov.au

Website: https://www.health.gov.au/initiatives-and-programs/better-access-initiative?utm_source=health.gov.au&utm_medium=callout-auto-custom&utm_campaign=digital_transformation

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Referral Eligibility: There is no standard form for referrals. It can be a letter or note that the referring medical practitioner has signed and dated. A patient must be assessed as having a mental disorder and referred by: • a GP who is managing the patient under a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan or under a referred psychiatrist assessment and management plan • a psychiatrist, or • a paediatrician

Fees: Free service

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