Accreditation practice pointer: have your say on the draft 6th edition standards
The draft Standards for General Practices (6th Edition) are open for public consultation from 1–28 September.
All stakeholders are encouraged to review the draft and provide feedback.
Access the draft and consultation here: racgp.org.au/running-a-practice/practice-standards/standards-newsletter/standards-for-general-practices-6th-edition
The 6th edition focuses on outcomes, giving general practices the flexibility to design systems that suit their context while ensuring quality care.
Key updates include:
Environmental sustainability criteria with practical steps to reduce environmental impact
Dedicated criteria for artificial intelligence to support safe, responsible digital adoption
Enhanced focus on privacy and confidentiality amid growing digital health capabilities
Antimicrobial stewardship with team and patient education for appropriate prescribing
Strengthened continuous quality improvement through clinical data, patient feedback, and environmental initiatives