About our General Practice Improvement Program

Our aim is to strengthen primary care to deliver integrated person-centred care that is comprehensive, accessible, safe and coordinated. Our new model has three modules of engagement. Your level of engagement will depend on your needs.

Guidelines for Shared Maternity Care Affiliates 2021

These Guidelines have been developed for the provision of shared maternity care between The Royal Women’s Hospital, Mercy Public Hospitals Incorporated, Western Health and Northern Health (the Hospitals) and shared maternity care affiliates credentialed at these hospitals.

Looking after your mental health and wellbeing A3 poster

The new ‘Looking after your mental health’ guide explains the types of mental health support available in the community. Visit nwmphn.org.au/mymentalhealth to learn more.

Looking after your mental health and wellbeing guide

The new ‘Looking after your mental health’ guide explains the types of mental health support available in the community. Visit nwmphn.org.au/mymentalhealth to learn more.

COVID-19 vaccine daily stock tally sheet for general practice

A handy sheet for practices to record their daily stock of COVID-19 vaccines.

North Western Melbourne PHN Needs Assessment Report November 2020

North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) is committed to continually improving primary health care for all communities in the region. As part of this commitment, we undertake regular, evidence-based assessment of the region to identify gaps and opportunities in health and service needs. Our Health Needs Assessment (HNA) is a comprehensive compilation of health … Continued

National Cancer Screening Register – Health Care Provider Portal Quick Start Guide

The National Cancer Screening Register (NCSR) has released a Healthcare Provider Portal to enable providers to access and submit bowel and cervical screening data electronically.

My Health My Voice – February 2021

Our community newsletter, My Health My Voice, will keep you updated about the work of North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN), local services available to you and local health events.

Supporting and understanding delegations in HPOS to enable access to the Australian Immunisation Register

Health Professional Online Services (HPOS) is a secure way for healthcare providers (and their delegates) to do business online with Services Australia. A number of services, payments and programs are available in HPOS, including accessing the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR), Medicare patient claims, Department of Veterans’ Affairs Webclaim and Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) Authorities.

Caring for Carers Quality Improvement Workbook for General Practice

It is estimated that one in eight patients in any general practice is a carer.  Carers provide a vital role in our society, and enable patients to maintain their independence, wellness and quality of life. The care that they provide may range from emotional and practical support for a few hours a day or around … Continued