Quarter 3 performance-based capitation payments for six-week immunisations will be processed on 27 May 2026.
These payments recognise practice performance in supporting timely six-week childhood immunisations and form part of the wider primary care funding approach aimed at improving immunisation coverage and health outcomes for pēpi and whānau.
Eligible payments will be distributed to participating practices from next week. Please contact your development manager if you have any questions regarding payment processing or eligibility.
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