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.
True extent of poor Medicare indexation revealed More than $8.5 billion has been withheld from just one commonly used MBS item number alone, an AMA report has found.
Concern over unproven menopause treatments Marketing has a lot to answer for but there is a role for general practice in educating women about choices, says GP Dr Karen Magraith.
Doctor education ‘highest priority’ for people with endometriosis To help reduce the knowledge gap, a platform informed by doctors, researchers and people with the condition has been launched.
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.
At-risk COVID patients in WA directed to GPs for antiviral access The WA Department of Health has changed the mechanism for prescribing antiviral treatments through its COVID Care at Home program.
GP issues warning over COVID testing confusion Rapid antigen tests versus PCR – which is appropriate, and when? GPs are being urged to educate patients in the lead up to winter.
T cells provide long-lasting immunity against COVID: Study According to new Australian research, the T cell response to COVID-19 lasts for at least 15 months.
Drop in national bulk billing rate signals increasing out-of-pocket costs During the December quarter the bulk billing rate dropped by 1.2%, indicating more practices are taking action to ensure their sustainability, says Dr Karen Price.
‘Direct advocacy’ sees accreditation extended for flood-affected Accredited general practices that are up for review will be eligible to receive an extension of up to 12 months, allowing them to focus on rebuilding.