Starting the conversation about eating disorders The new MBS item numbers for eating disorders involve an assessment tool that helps GPs and patients examine a disease that is often hard to discuss.
People experiencing psoriasis and asthma receive PBS relief Patients with urea cycle disorder will also benefit from the new round of listings.
New MBS item numbers for eating disorders: What GPs need to know The new items, designed to help patients with these debilitating and hard-to-treat disorders, may also draw the map for treatment of other complex health problems.
GP feedback requested for compliance audit With the Department of Health’s approach to health provider compliance under the microscope, GPs are seeking clarity to ensure they are adequately informed about their obligations.
MBS item changes to impact GPs GPs now have to update billing practices related to heart health assessments, telehealth consultations, eating disorders and colonoscopy.
New telehealth funding ‘a good start’ But the Chair of RACGP Rural believes fewer restrictions and further expansion is required to ensure every Australian can access quality healthcare.
Cystic fibrosis drug listed on PBS While the announcement was welcomed, some have questioned the seven month delay between approval and listing.
Updated spirometry rebates still too low: RACGP The RACGP believes the recent increase was not enough given general practice spirometry saves the health system money.
How are GPs finding the MBS changes for thoracic medicine? The Department of Health and the RACGP ask how changes to items for respiratory function tests and sleep studies are affecting general practice.