Out-of-pocket costs rise as bulk billing plummets: Survey In less than 12 months, more than 500 clinics around the country have ceased universal bulk billing, new research suggests.
GPs crucial to fighting future pandemics: RACGP The college is calling for recognition of GPs as frontline workers if a pandemic hits, while pleading with leaders to ‘cut us some slack’.
The top general practice stories of 2023 Sixty-day dispensing, red tape and Medicare funding were high on the agenda for GPs this year.
Veterans’ Health: The year in review A number of quiet endeavours have improved the ability of GPs to deliver care to Australia’s veterans and reduce concerns.
GPs encouraged to make the most of Irish connection One doctor's early medical years in Australia – and subsequent return decades later – have pushed him to urge others to follow.
No power, no reception, no worries for remote CCE candidate Quick thinking, community spirit and resilience were all on display earlier this year when a tiny Top End town rallied to help its local doctor sit a vital exam.
Rural Advanced Skills payment now open GPs working outside of Australia’s major cities can earn up to $21,000 extra per year, thanks to a new Federal Government incentive program.
‘Incredible community spirit’: Queensland’s flooding fight Towns turned into islands, residents on roofs, roads becoming rivers – GPs in the Far North have shared their stories as the area is inundated.
Extended skills recognition ‘good for the profession’ The first round of GPs to apply for the new program have now received their formal recognition and are encouraging colleagues to sign up.
ACCC blocks proposed pathology merger The regulator has determined that ACL’s proposed acquisition of Healius would likely reduce competition substantially.