‘Just insulting’: RACGP demands ECG restriction reversal New data shows GPs have delivered 2.2 million fewer ECG services since MBS item changes were rolled out in 2020, creating a ‘ticking time bomb’.
GP incentives review ‘nothing but disrespectful’ The RACGP President lashed out at its recommended new payment architecture, saying it ignores GPs’ advice and devalues the profession.
First MyMedicare incentive ready to launch The new aged care incentive is just days away from going live, this is what you need to know to get your patients ready.
Sweeping change needed amid ‘diabetes epidemic’: Inquiry The RACGP says prevention is key, as Medicare reform, bolstered rural access, sugar taxes, and CGM subsidies were all recommended.
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.
College backs GP access to referral-free angiography But while supportive, the RACGP has suggested changing the new item number’s proposed wording.
Government provides MyMedicare incentive clarity Practices and practitioners will soon be able to sign up for the new General Practice in Aged Care Incentive ahead of its launch on 1 August.
Navigating Medicare and the PSR A refresher session at the recent Practice Owners Conference covered MBS billing rules, problem item numbers and the PSR process.