Public awareness grows around GP bulk billing concerns Medicare continues to be centre of the Federal Election, with promises that 90% of GP visits will be bulk billed being analysed in the mainstream media.
Coalition vows $100 million for rural healthcare The election promise includes upgrading regional medical training facilities and regional medical Commonwealth Supported Places.
AI scribe initiative to assess impact of new technology The project, set up by a PHN in New South Wales, is looking to add to the existing knowledge base about the use of AI scribes in general practice.
RACGP calls for clarity as CDM changes draw closer With a looming start date of 1 July for Medicare item changes, the college has written to health officials calling for GPs to have time to prepare.
Delays in AHPRA response times The regulator has implemented a new operating system, which is resulting in delays for both doctors and the wider community.
New gun laws place GPs in ‘complex position’ Anyone applying for or renewing a firearm licence in WA must now undergo a health assessment with a GP. But there are clinical and ethical concerns.
Have your say: Health of the Nation survey now open After last year’s survey helped create tangible changes, GPs are urged to once again help shape the future of general practice.
General practice ‘not recognised’ in mental health agreement The RACGP says the Productivity Commission’s review of a new national agreement must include the crucial role GPs play in mental health care.
Funding warning as bulk-billing clinic closes One of Canberra’s last fully bulk-billed clinics has entered voluntary administration after struggling to cover costs and attract enough GPs.
GP receives multicultural business award More than two decades after moving to Australia, Dr Kiran Puttappa has made a name for himself as a leading GP entrepreneur and mentor for IMGs.