Remove ‘blanket preference’ for video telehealth: Review A report considering telehealth in Australia has recommended a key MBS telehealth principle be changed.
What are the most reviewed items under Medicare compliance? Standard GP consultations and chronic disease management services make up the bulk of the top 10 most reviewed item numbers by the PSR.
RACGP responds to aged care medication reform While generally supportive of the performance outcomes and role of onsite pharmacists, the college says gaps remain in the framework.
‘Lack of transparency a key theme’: Section 92 report A review that focused on the process for agreements between health professionals and the PSR includes 14 recommendations for change.
‘No objection’ to PSR improvement bill: RACGP The college will not oppose legislation prompted by the Medicare compliance review, but still wants to be consulted on panel appointments.
In Practice: Updated PSR Guide The new guide outlines what doctors referred to the Professional Services Review can expect at each stage of the proces.
RACGP raises questions over impending PSR changes A representative says the college supports greater transparency and fairness around compliance, but notes the approach must be balanced.
Most antidepressants used for chronic pain lack evidence: Study The effectiveness and safety of many drugs commonly prescribed for chronic pain is not known, a Cochrane Review has found.
Paracetamol pack sizes should be reduced further: RACGP The college has also renewed its calls for the TGA to up-schedule all modified release paracetamol to prescription-only.
Review seeks to solve Better Access flaws Disparities in mental health access is a major theme of a comprehensive Government-commissioned evaluation of the 16-year-old initiative.