Practices are encouraged to consider applying for the Disability Allowance for patients with chronic health conditions and/or needing longer appointments. This could be particularly helpful for anyone who may not be engaging with general practice despite their health concerns because they are struggling to fund their co-pay at the practice.
How to reach MSD
For Deaf, hearing impaired and speech impaired:
For NZ Superannuation queries phone: 0800 552 002
For youth-related queries contact Youth Services in your region or the general enquiries line: 0800 559 009 and say "youth client" when you call.
During the COVID-19 lockdown virtual consultations for POAC cases were funded. We are pleased to announce that this will be a permanent change.
Read moreThe Waikato Medical Research Foundation exists to support and encourage research within the Waikato region and to assist in the publication of the results of this research. The Foundation awards grants that contribute to the overall costs of the research project but do not fund overheads nor profit. Grant applications of up to $50,000 are welcomed.
Read moreBusiness rules for the Primary Options Acute Care programme (Waikato), which supports primary care through funding specific clinical services.