In Practice: 1 January MBS changes The new year will bring changes to Medicare Safety Net and smoking cessation MBS items.
The top general practice stories of 2023 Sixty-day dispensing, red tape and Medicare funding were high on the agenda for GPs this year.
In Practice: General practice incentives survey GPs are being asked to contribute to a new review focused on the effectiveness and impact of the existing incentives program.
‘I’ve enjoyed it immensely’: Bruce Willett reflects The outgoing RACGP Vice President sat down with newsGP to discuss his advocacy, favourite memories and proudest moments.
In Practice: Demystifying Medicare The RACGP has prepared responses to a broad range of questions around the MBS, which members can access via the college website.
Health Minister unveils $300 aged care incentive Details are still lacking, but the payment will be available per patient, per year, while there will also be a $130 bonus for practices.
In Practice: PSR Bill passes Supported by the RACGP, the new legislation makes key amendments to clarify and improve administration of the scheme.
Landmark review to address ‘uneven spread’ of GPs Policies used to attract healthcare workers to regional Australia will go under the microscope, as part of an effort to address ongoing maldistribution.
‘Robust framework’ key to telehealth best practice: RACGP As telehealth guidelines are put under the microscope, the college says any government changes which fragment care will put patient safety at risk.
Future of general practice front of mind in Canberra Member feedback from the Health of the Nation has reached Australia’s lawmakers, as a sense of urgency grows around safeguarding the profession.