GPs protest scrapped pregnancy counselling exemption The RACGP urged the Government to reverse the removal, saying it limits access to care and creates ‘reproductive healthcare deserts’.
July MBS changes revealed MBS indexation and the removal of COVID telehealth rebates and exemptions headline this year’s updates.
COVID telehealth item numbers set to expire next month The Federal Government is planning to remove level C phone rebates for antiviral consultations and scrap the 12-month relationship exemption.
‘Farcical’: Instant medical certificates criticised for cutting corners Just $13.90 can get you a one-day medical certificate based on an online form, but what risks are patients taking with these instant services?
The evolving landscape of telehealth Dr Michael Wright, Chief Medical Officer for Avant Mutual and Chair of RACGP Expert Committee – Funding and Health System Reform, discusses the ‘do’s’ and ‘dont’s’ of telehealth consulting.
Dissecting the rise of single-issue telehealth In a post-COVID world, telehealth is here to stay, but the RACGP says it is crucial to strike a balance between easy access and quality care.
In Practice: New digital assignment of benefit form A digital approval form is now available to support electronic assignment of benefit for telehealth services.
GP concern over new Ozempic copycat Telehealth start-up Eucalyptus will soon start selling compounded semaglutide, amid a worldwide shortage of the viral drug.
‘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.
Patient speaks out after online prescribing ‘ordeal’ One Australian woman is warning about the dangers of bypassing a GP, after ineffective medication for a UTI left her fighting for life in hospital.