Government decision on ACC must not compromise patient care
Tuesday 21 December 2010
Today’s announcement by the Government that it will open up the ACC Work Account to private insurers will be looked at
closely by the New Zealand Medical Association (NZMA) to ensure it does not compromise patient care.
“We will scrutinize the implications for doctors and their patients,” says NZMA Chair Dr Peter Foley. “We would hope
that this will not be an impediment to the care required by patients.”
“The NZMA is pleased that the Government intends to introduce a clearing house for claims so providers have a single
point of claiming.”
The NZMA has been a long-time advocate for a clearing house says Dr Foley.
“We will also be looking closely at the detail around this to ensure it is workable for doctors and claimants.”
The Government has said its decision to open up the Work Account to choice will put pressure on ACC to be more effective
and efficient in providing accident insurance cover.
ENDS