GPs forced to turn away Veteran Card holders due to low rebates: RACGP Access to the Coordinated Veterans’ Care program is also reportedly being limited due to eligibility restrictions, complex bureaucratic processes, and a lack of clinician awareness.
‘Not viable’: GPs’ ‘sadness’ at ending bulk billing of veterans GPs have rejected an accusation the move is ‘to make a political point’, saying the decision was considered carefully for six months.
New-look veteran cards to offer better support The cards have been revamped to enhance veterans’ healthcare arrangements.
Concerns raised about extension of Cashless Debit Card trials The Federal Government describes the Cashless Debit Card trials as ‘successful’, but many within the community are less convinced.
Federal Government renews push for extension of cashless debit card trial The Federal Minister for Social Services has introduced legislation to expand the Government’s cashless debit card trial to Queensland, months after the first attempt was blocked in the Senate.
Drug testing will stigmatise welfare recipients, says GP A Federal Government push to trial drug testing welfare recipients is an ‘expensive blunt instrument’ that will stigmatise people, Sydney addiction medicine specialist Dr Hester Wilson told newsGP.
Federal Government extends cashless debit card trials The Federal Government has passed legislation to extend its cashless debit card trials, adding a new test location despite strong criticism from political opponents.