Community Pain Management Programme
Funding Stream ACC
Overview
For ACC clients whose pain is identified as being a barrier to achieving independence in their everyday life or return to vocation.
The program consists of a tailored pain management programme plan for every client consisting of a flexible multidisciplinary team approach.
This can include:
- Physiotherapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Dietician
- Social Work
- Psychology
- Medical Specialists
- Clinical Pharmacology
Eligibility:
ACC clients with a complex clinical picture who are not progressing as expected due to pain barriers.
Referral Process
Referrals can be made directly into QE health by:
- Doctor (general practitioner or lead medical practitioner)
- Primary healthcare professional, or
- Any health care professional that ACC fund.
- ACC case managers from Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Lakes District.
The must complete the ACC6273 Provider Referral for Pain Management,
And attach a copy of an OREBRO short form questionnaire that has been completed by the patient, and send both through to QE Health via fax or by email to referrals@QEHealth.co.nz
Allied Health Services, QE Health
1073 Whakaue Street,
PO Box 1342,
Rotorua 3040
P: 07 349 5254
Fax: 07 348 4266
E: infoline@qehealth.co.nz
