Bulk billing rates across Australia — and where you're most likely to find a fee-free GP
The rate of bulk billing GP clinics is continuing to decline while patients are paying more out-of-pocket to see doctors, according to a new report.
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Australian Medical Association propose $4.5bn plan to modernise Medicare and lift bulk billing
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) will today launch an ambitious pitch to “modernise” the health funding model by ...
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Bulk Billing
Will bulk billing changes actually make it easier to get a doctor's appointment? If you live in a bulk-billing 'desert' it's hard to see a doctor for free. Here's how to fix this ...
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Territory bulk billing rates drop as out of pocket costs climb
“With proper investment in Medicare we can increase bulk billing, and reduce out-of-pocket costs, for people who aren’t being bulk billed. Both of these things are crucial,” Dr Wright said.
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Australian Medical Association propose $4.5bn plan to modernise Medicare and lift bulk billing
Doctors are calling for a $4.5 billion cash injection to overhaul Medicare and lift bulk billing rates by boosting the rebate for a standard GP appointment and properly funding longer consults.