The Flexible Payment System operates within the same broad framework as the Central
Payments System, with the same qualifying periods and maximum annual payment rates
applying.
It assists doctors who meet the same broad requirements of the Program, but whose
eligibility under the Central Payments Scheme has been significantly affected by
limitations relating to the use of Medicare data as an indicator of continuous service
and workload.
State-salaried doctors in Retention Categories C, D and E will also be considered
if they are predominately providing primary care services. However, payments to
state-salaried doctors will be reduced by the annual amount of any gratuity that
is paid by a State Government.
Applications for payments under the Flexible Payments System will be assessed by
RWAV.
The Flexible Payments System is not designed to assist doctors in ineligible locations
who consider there is a case for their location to be included in the Program.
If you wish to apply for a payment under the Flexible Payments System contact
RWAV on (03) 9349 7800 for an application form.