Australia bucked global mortality trend in 2020: AIHW But while there were fewer deaths than expected, the pandemic still had profound effects on healthcare and general practice.
‘They’ve got the maths wrong’: GPs say telehealth should be part of PIP Recent changes to the way Practice Incentive Payments are being calculated is threatening the viability of general practice, according to a new GP-led petition.
Hopes telehealth detox service could be a ‘game-changer’ Sydney-based Dr Chris Davis has already set up a GP-led home detox program. Now he hopes a new telehealth program will help even more people.
RACGP criticises DoH telehealth compliance approach President Dr Karen Price has written an open letter to Federal Health Secretary Professor Brendan Murphy, saying GPs feel ‘let down’.
An open letter to Brendan Murphy ‘Heed our advice on telehealth compliance letters’: RACGP President Dr Karen Price.
Longer telehealth consultations reinstated in COVID hotspots Patients in Commonwealth-declared hotspot areas will again be able to access extended telephone consultations with their GP, following the announcement of a new dedicated MBS item number.
PPE boost to help GPs fight Sydney COVID outbreak But while the National Medical Stockpile allocation has been welcomed, GPs say extra help is still needed, including clarity around fit-testing.
Pandemic pregnancy care: Telehealth versus face-to-face In-person antenatal services decreased by around 8% last year. How does telehealth for pregnant women compare to standard care?
GP launches petition against ‘unfair’ MBS changes to telehealth Dr Todd Cameron is adamant mandating use of video technology for consults longer than 20 minutes will create a barrier for patients with chronic and complex health needs.
Should bulk-billing rates be used as a measure of healthcare success? While ‘more Australians than ever’ are accessing healthcare at no cost to themselves, GPs argue record bulk-billing rates ignore the threat posed by burnout and ever-increasing business costs.