What constitutes inappropriate practice? PSR boss speaks out The agency’s director has revealed his priority areas for 2026, the most reviewed item numbers, GPs’ use of AI, and ‘common traps’ doctors fall into.
Quarter of GP clinics ‘unlikely to join’ new bulk-billing program: DoHDA The Federal Government has been told an estimated 23% of practices are unlikely to take part in the Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program.
‘There was nothing before this’: New IBD guidelines revealed A GP expert has welcomed the international consensus on dietary management of IBD, saying it provides practical recommendations and advice.
Vapes, gums or lozenges for smoking cessation? A clinical trial found vapes almost three times more effective than nicotine lozenges or gum, but one expert says GPs must take a ‘nuanced approach’ with supporting patients to quit.
Health Department speaks on Medicare compliance The DoHDA reveals the most common non-compliance activities and the practicalities of GPs remaining compliant, as well as acknowledging the anxiety it can cause.
Providers and private insurers to develop ‘patient-focused’ standards A new Telehealth Standards Consortium includes Medibank, Eucalyptus, and Healthdirect, with the RACGP a consultation partner to ensure ‘safe access that does not devalue general practice’.
GPs slam Medicare overbilling claims The RACGP has fought back against a reignited ‘attack against GPs’, with the college president refuting union allegations of widespread and fraudulent overbilling.
Another state gives GPs green light to treat ADHD South Australia is the latest state to introduce reforms that will enable GPs to diagnose and treat the condition in both adults and children, with the hope of making care more accessible.
RACGP reacts to overhauled prostate cancer guidelines With significant changes to early detection proposed, potentially altering the way GPs screen and treat patients, the college has aired its views on the guide.
Telehealth provider publishes ‘best-practice’ principles Eucalyptus says an ‘absence of regulation’ prompted the move, while RACGP quality care experts say there is insufficient information about their scope and sources.