GPs push back against alleged $8 billion Medicare ‘rort’ The claim has triggered an investigation into the Department of Health and Aged Care’s existing compliance and audit programs.
Treating staff – why it’s a bad idea SPONSORED: There are several barriers to providing safe care to staff members, writes MDA National medico-legal adviser Nerissa Ferrie.
DoH releases 30/20 rule fact sheet The new telehealth compliance measure came into effect on 1 October, despite calls to delay its implementation.
Joint appeal issued for delay of 30/20 telehealth rule The new compliance measure is being introduced today, despite the lingering threat posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
When the Professional Review Branch comes calling Dr Andre Leong thought he was performing a community service and saving the healthcare system money. The department disagreed.
TGA flags possible amendments to paracetamol Poisons Standard Wider consultation is being sought on amending current access controls, following a review into the risks of intentional self-poisoning.
CPD changes: How the college is supporting GPs The RACGP’s new CPD home is designed to help members navigate changes introduced by the Medical Board of Australia that will impact all doctors.
GPs to staff 50 ‘urgent care services’ in NSW and Victoria The bulk-billing clinics will be established near existing hospitals with the aim of easing pressure on overburdened emergency departments.
How concerned should GPs be about proposed PSR changes? A new bill aimed at expanding some of the regulator’s powers is once again before the Senate, with a focus on bridging gaps that have developed with the emergence of more corporate practices.
Newly diagnosed HIV patients could be under-referred to support As more HIV diagnoses occur in general practice clinics, patient-centred approaches can improve connections to peer-support services.