What is the Better Access to Psychiatrists, Psychologists and General Practitioners through the Medical Benefits Schedule Initiative?
The Better Access to Psychiatrists, Psychologists and General Practitioners through the Medical Benefits Schedule initiative provides better access to mental health care by general practitioners, psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, psychologists and appropriately trained social workers and occupational therapists. This initiative forms part of the Australian Government’s Mental Health Reform Package and contribution to the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) National Action Plan on Mental Health 2006 – 2011.
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