I'm a new patient in the Waitematā region and want to understand the costs associated with general practice visits. Please explain the general fee structure, how subsidies might reduce costs, and what I need to know about accessing or transferring my medical records. Additionally, where can I find information about my rights when using health or disability services?
Navigate to the 'General practices' page on waitematadhb.govt.nz. Click on the 'Fees and subsidies' link (ID 1075) to understand the cost structure and subsidies. Summarize the information regarding fees and subsidies for general practice visits. Click on the 'Your medical records' link (ID 1071) to find out how to access or transfer medical records. Summarize the process for managing medical records. Navigate back to the 'Services' menu (if necessary) and click on 'Your rights using a health or disability service' (ID 460 or 1044). Identify the main purpose or content of the 'Your rights' page.
The agent successfully navigates to the 'Fees and subsidies' section and explains that fees vary but subsidies (like those from PHOs) can reduce costs, especially for enrolled patients. The agent successfully navigates to the 'Your medical records' section and explains how patients can access their records or transfer them between practices. The agent successfully navigates to the 'Your rights using a health or disability service' page and identifies that it provides information on patient rights and responsibilities within the healthcare system.