General practice ‘front and centre’ this Federal Election An overhaul of bulk billing and the GP workforce are emerging as key issues ahead of the 2025 election, with Labor expected to announce major changes.
Demystifying funding models for GPs As general practice undergoes a shakeup, a new analysis explains economic concepts outside the ‘fee-for-service versus capitation debate’.
‘Life-changing’ eczema drug to stay on PBS Dupixent was at high risk of coming off the PBS as soon as this month due to high demand, but negotiations have secured its continued listing.
Minister urges GPs to claim bulk billing millions Around $140 million remains ‘on the table’ following the introduction of the tripled bulk-billing incentive last year.
DoHAC details vitamin B12 testing changes The Department has further revealed what will change when it amends vitamin B12 testing and urine examination MBS items next year.
In Practice: RSV immunisation info sessions With the RSV vaccine recently expanded on the National Immunisation Program, two upcoming webinars are designed to answer GPs’ questions.
Calls to delay changes to B12 testing Potential changes to item descriptors, fees and claim frequencies are scheduled for July, but doctors are calling for further consultation, saying ‘additional red tape for GPs should be avoided’.
Endometriosis drug Visanne added to PBS Doctors have described dienogest as ‘miraculous’, with its listing expected to positively impact up to 500,000 patients.
Go-to Medicare guide aims to arm GPs with confidence A new RACGP-backed resource provides clarity on Medicare’s principles and mechanisms to support navigation of, and compliance with, the complex system.
RACGP pushes for changes to Medicare Safety Net As patients on low incomes continue to forego care due to out-of-pocket costs, the RACGP is urging for safety net thresholds to be lowered.