The Birth of a Child Newborn Enrolment Trial: Making Life Easier for Parents
A groundbreaking trial at Canberra Hospital and North Canberra Hospital is revolutionizing the way parents access government payments and services when welcoming a new baby into the world. In partnership with Services Australia, the ACT Government is spearheading an Australian-first initiative that allows parents to seamlessly register the birth of their baby across federal and territory government agencies using the myGov platform.
Benefits of the Trial
- Enrol their baby in Medicare and receive a new Medicare card
- Enrol their baby in the Australian Immunisation Register
- Register for their family’s Medicare Safety Net
- Register their baby for a My Health Record
- Notify Centrelink about the birth for family assistance
- Register their baby’s birth with ACT Registry of Births, Deaths, and Marriages
How to Participate
Parents interested in joining the trial need to:
- Ensure their hospital details are up to date
- Link their Medicare and Centrelink accounts to their myGov account
- Complete a pre-birth claim and consent form
- Provide the completed consent form to the hospital before discharge
By agreeing to take part in the trial, parents authorize Canberra Health Services to share their information with Services Australia, streamlining the process of accessing essential services for their newborn.
A Collaborative Effort
The ACT Government and Services Australia are working hand in hand to lead this innovative trial, which automates newborn enrolment and birth registration processes across various government agencies. This ‘tell us once’ approach minimizes the administrative burden on parents, allowing them to focus on bonding with their new arrival.
The Birth of a Child Newborn Enrolment Trial is just one of the many initiatives aimed at enhancing maternity services in the ACT, demonstrating a commitment to providing efficient and supportive care for families.
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FAQs
What is the Birth of a Child Newborn Enrolment Trial?
The trial allows parents at Canberra Hospital and North Canberra Hospital to register the birth of their baby across federal and territory government agencies using myGov, streamlining access to essential services.
How can parents participate in the trial?
To join the trial, parents need to ensure their hospital details are up to date, link their Medicare and Centrelink accounts to their myGov account, complete a pre-birth claim and consent form, and provide the completed form to the hospital before discharge.
What are the benefits of the trial?
Parents can enrol their baby in Medicare, the Australian Immunisation Register, and the My Health Record, as well as register for the Medicare Safety Net and notify Centrelink about the birth for family assistance.