‘First meaningful commitment’: Coalition outlines rural health measures A suite of new commitments follows college advocacy to attract more doctors to remote areas – but will it be enough to keep them there?
The concern of rising out-of-pocket health costs Rising out-of-pocket health costs are a worry. But the major political parties have barely mentioned it.
In Practice: GP feedback on post-election advocacy priorities The RACGP is seeking member feedback to inform its engagement with the new or returning government after the Federal Election.
RACGP open to building urgent care clinics on existing infrastructure The college says the bulk billing clinics – projected to cost $135 million over four years – must not duplicate or fragment care.
Federal Budget breakdown: What GPs need to know This year’s Federal Budget is targeted at addressing the increasing cost of living for many Australians post-COVID-19 – and preparing the political landscape for the upcoming election.
Budget fallout: RACGP disappointment over 10-year plan Despite previous Government assurances, vital components of the Primary Health Care 10 Year Plan remain unfunded, President Dr Karen Price has said.
‘It’s time for reform’: RACGP calls for federal investment to improve patient-centred care The college has put forward a series of reforms to ensure general practice can continue to meet patients’ needs and offer quality care, while saving the healthcare system at least $1 billion each year.
In Practice: telehealth and billing updates The new year will bring a number of changes to telehealth and MBS billing for GPs to be aware of.
RACGP lays Federal Election groundwork College representatives have undertaken a series of meetings with key stakeholders to discuss general practice priorities for the upcoming election.
RACGP challenges DoH over ill-timed compliance Dr Michael Wright details recent college advocacy efforts as well as future plans ahead of the upcoming election.