Proposal to revise the Victorian Perinatal Data Collection

Each year the Department of Health (DH) reviews the Victorian Perinatal Data Collection (VPDC) on behalf of the Consultative Council on Obstetric and Paediatric Mortality and Morbidity (CCOPMM). This review seeks to ensure that the perinatal data collection supports the CCOPMM and DH state and national reporting obligations, assists DH planning and policy development, and incorporates appropriate feedback from data providers on improvements. In order to be accepted into the VPDC, proposals need to demonstrate clear business justification and be fully costed, meaning funding streams will need to be identified and confirmed where this required. Final acceptance of all proposals is dependent on CCOPMM and DH approval.