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Check out the top news stories and changes happening in the provider space.
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Audiology market review: Findings and next steps
Released 05/10/2026
Audiology market review: Findings and next steps
Earlier this year, ACC commissioned an independent review of the audiology market, undertaken by Sapere. We’re now sharing the findings with you. The review was undertaken to build our understanding of the New Zealand audiology market and explore opportu
Pricing reviews for contracted services – submissions now open
Released 01/10/2026
Pricing reviews for contracted services – submissions now open
We're now seeking information to inform our future pricing and commissioning decisions for contracted health and rehabilitation services.
Apply now for the new High Tech Imaging and Elective Surgery contracts
Released 01/10/2026
Apply now for the new High Tech Imaging and Elective Surgery contracts
Requests for Application (RFAs) for the new High Tech Imaging and Elective Surgery Services contracts are now open.
New registration and onboarding videos available for kairongoā
Released 01/10/2026
New registration and onboarding videos available for kairongoā
Access the videos and explore other resources available for kairongoā.
Named provider applications for mental health contracts close on 15 December
Released 01/10/2026
Named provider applications for mental health contracts close on 15 December
The final date to submit named provider application requests for key mental health contracts is 15 December 2026.
Register for October Provider and Psychology Advisor Forum
Released 01/10/2026
Register for October Provider and Psychology Advisor Forum
Join us for our next Provider and Psychology Advisor Forum on 20 October 2026 at 12:00pm. We’ll discuss Sensitive Claims Service templates and report writing in medico-legal settings.
Improvements coming to ACC45 and ACC18 forms
Released 28/08/2026
Improvements coming to ACC45 and ACC18 forms
We’re enhancing the ACC45 Injury Claim form and the ACC18 Medical Certification form in response to your feedback. The changes aim to make certification easier, reduce administrative burden, improve data quality, and better support recovery planning.
Improvements made to Function Assessment for the Sensitive Claims Service
Released 28/08/2026
Improvements made to Function Assessment for the Sensitive Claims Service
We’ve made improvements to the Function Assessment for sensitive claims kiritaki (clients) to make it easier to support kiritaki with vocational rehabilitation, in response to feedback we received.
Progress update on proposed changes to secondary care
Released 28/08/2026
Progress update on proposed changes to secondary care
We’re continuing to work with the sector to develop a clinically-led secondary care model for musculoskeletal injuries and have made some updates in response to feedback we’ve received.
Register for supplier briefings on High Tech Imaging and Elective Surgery contract tenders
Released 28/08/2026
Register for supplier briefings on High Tech Imaging and Elective Surgery contract tenders
We’re hosting supplier briefing webinars on 11 September 2026 to prepare prospective applicants for the new High Tech Imaging (HTI) and Elective Surgery Services (ESS) contract tenders. Register here.