In Practice: Updates to COVID ‘existing relationship’ requirements The AskMBS Advisory has updated its existing relationship clarification for COVID-19 MBS telehealth services, including exemption categories.
Senate Committee pushes for ‘substantial’ Medicare rise The inadequacy of MBS rebates, which have tracked well below health service costs, is a key focus of a new report.
In Practice: MBS, GP22 and women’s health Members can now access a new online MBS tool, while submissions are being sought for this year’s national conference program.
Federal Budget breakdown: What GPs need to know This year’s Federal Budget is targeted at addressing the increasing cost of living for many Australians post-COVID-19 – and preparing the political landscape for the upcoming election.
Practice Owners Masterclass to upgrade GPs’ knowledge The RACGP’s upcoming masterclass series will aim to arm practice owners with practical tools to ensure the sustainability of their business.
In Practice: Seeking new expert committee members The committee aims to support the development of general practice research, leading to more informed policy and practice.
In Practice: AGPT applications opening Medical graduates pursuing a career in general practice will be able to register their interest in training with the RACGP in the coming weeks.
Out-of-pocket costs leaving chronically ill vulnerable: Report Australian patients are paying more for healthcare than many other comparable countries, new analysis suggests. Changes have been floated, but what would they mean for general practice?
‘Sometimes hospitals don’t realise what GPs can do’ Ten COVID-positive aged care residents in Queensland recently avoided a costly and potentially damaging hospital trip, thanks to quick-thinking GPs.
In Practice: Rural training grants for GPs Eligible GPs can upskill in procedural and emergency medicine skills through the Rural Procedural Grants Program.