What is the future for small practices? As another GP shuts up shop in rural NSW, newsGP asks about the prospects for smaller clinics.
More than one in three says their practice ‘at risk of closing’ The results of a newsGP survey suggest serious concerns about the sustainability of general practice remain front of mind.
‘Deeply troubling’: At least 184 general practices lost in a year New clinics have offset the closures to a degree, but the figures represent a net loss of at least 55 practices – and incomplete data means the number could be much higher.
Court rejects ‘sick tax’ appeal, politicians urged to step in The NSW Court of Appeal has thrown out an attempt to overturn a controversial payroll tax ruling, but GPs are determined to ensure its likely impact on patients is understood.
General practices unable to absorb payroll tax cost: Poll Clinics will be forced to either raise fees or shut their doors should GPs become subject to payroll tax, a newsGP poll suggests.
RACGP flags concerns around payroll tax ruling, pushes for exemptions A newly released public ruling from the Queensland Revenue Office may impact practice viability and patient out-of-pocket costs, the college has warned.
Doctors in practice and payroll tax Much of the payroll tax discussion has focused on implications for practice owners – but what does it mean for GPs?
In Practice: Business sustainability strategies An upcoming webinar will aim to help GPs who or looking to boost their income or ensure their practice runs sustainably.
Creating systems and processes for general practice These essential building blocks support growth by empowering staff to work smarter, not harder, writes GP and business coach Dr Todd Cameron.
In Practice: New billing resource A new fact sheet has been published to guide GPs on Medicare requirements for bulk billing and charging additional fees to patients.