Brisbane bulk billing rates falling fastest: Survey A survey reveals the impact of ‘inadequate’ Medicare rebates in billing trends, with a similar shift noted across the country.
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.
Fall in bulk billing a rising concern for patients Worries about GP costs are now one of the main issues for patients, with new bulk-billing data indicating that may rise further.
COVID vaccination billing streamlined Medicare rebates for COVID-19 vaccination have increased to compensate for the removal of booster and PIP payments.
RACGP calls for support as patients face ‘impossible choice’ Investment is needed now as long-term reforms will not arrive quickly enough for some people, the college’s pre-Budget submission says.
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.
Further sign of accelerated bulk billing decline The decline in bulk billing rates has been flagged in the media, along with a warning of a further ‘exponential’ fall.
Review of bulk billing consent requirement flagged DoH is looking into ‘assignment of benefit’ requirement for bulk billing, with the arrangement under the spotlight due to telehealth.
Falling bulk billing rates a ‘sign of things to come’, RACGP warns To avoid patients missing out on care, the college is calling for urgent action, with a funding boost for general practice top of the agenda.
Corporate clinics report ‘remarkable’ shift away from bulk billing As few as six in 10 patients are receiving free healthcare at Australia’s largest general practice providers, the latest figures suggest.