Careway : Healthpoint

Description

Careway is an ACC funded programme that provides injured New Zealanders with better and faster access to healthcare services, at no cost to themselves.
The programme is for people with knee, shoulder or spine injuries that cannot be successfully treated solely by your general practitioner (GP) and who would benefit from medical advice or treatment from other services such as an orthopaedic surgeon and/or physio.

You will be able to access the following services:

Orthopaedic Surgeons
Physiotherapists
Sports Physicians
Vocational / Occupational Therapists
Pain Management Specialists

All services must be provided by approved providers. Please click on the link to find Careway approved providers.

Staff

Click here to find a Careway approved provider.

Referral Expectations

For Patients: You will gain access to a dedicated team of health providers such as surgeons, sports physicians, physiotherapists and occupational therapists, who will work with you to design a care plan that meets your needs. They will help you gain full function and work towards regaining your independence. While you are on the Careway pathway to recovery you will receive the care you need, when you need it.

For Referrers: Click on the link to find referral information such as inclusion criteria and the referral process.

Fees and Charges Categorisation

Free

Fees and Charges Description

Patients with an accepted ACC claim for a musculoskeletal injury to the knee, shoulder or spine and who meet the ICP-MSK eligibility criteria, will receive treatment at no cost to themselves.

Services Provided

Integrated Care Pathway

Physiotherapy

Occupational therapy (OT)

Pharmacy

Find your nearest pharmacy here

Website

www.careway.co.nz/