Telehealth firms accused of bypassing veterans’ regular GPs A ‘deeply concerning’ Four Corners investigation alleges providers are putting profit ahead of veteran wellbeing, and cutting out regular general practice.
RACGP calls for formal recognition of GPs’ role in NDIS assessments In a submission on proposed changes, it says fully delegating this task to assessors who do not know the patient would be ‘problematic’.
‘Damages children, breaks up families’: Call for youth justice reforms A Parliamentary inquiry found ‘compelling evidence’ of the need for major change, as the RACGP calls for a health-first approach.
New chronic condition management MBS items incoming A long list of 1 November changes includes four new phone attendance items, alongside three-year-old health check items.
RACGP outlines vision for integrated urgent care Its new position statement sets out how UCCs can better connect with general practice, including through profession-led standards.
Thriving Kids rollout begins: What GPs need to know The first stage of the reform is now live, and with GPs set to play a central role in early intervention and family support, what is changing?
Dementia: Top cause of death, half undiagnosed SPONSORED: General practice is uniquely placed to identify cognitive decline, enabling earlier access to support and treatment.
UTI pharmacy pilot recommended for expansion despite GP concern An evaluation says the Tasmanian trial improved access to care, but the RACGP argues patient outcomes were not adequately measured.
PIP QI data points to improvements in chronic disease care New AIHW figures reveal increases in HbA1c monitoring, CVD assessment and cervical screening, based on data from almost 5900 practices.
DoHDA explores reducing admin burden from assignment of benefit changes Three months into a 12-month transition, the RACGP welcomed the assurance that arrangements are still being explored as practices adapt to new Medicare processes.