47338 (2025). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health

47338 (2025). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health: Is Health New Zealand monitoring the average number of consultations per enrolled patient by practice, and if so, is that data being used to identify potential underservicing?

Hon Simeon Brown: I am advised that Health New Zealand monitors consultations and qualifying general practice encounters. I refer the Member to Written Parliamentary Question 47336 (2025). This data supports our focus on putting patients first and ensuring all New Zealanders have access to timely, quality healthcare.