Low rebates still the problem: GPs’ message to Anthony Albanese after universal bulk-billing pledge

RACGP president Dr Michael Wright says not all GPs will embrace the announcement.
Dr Michael Wright.

Would the Prime Minister be happy with the reaction to what he wants to be a signature policy?

An $8.5 billion health investment announced in the shadow of an election, yet the RACGP and the AMA were circumspect.

The RACGP’s reaction was to herald the boost to GP training positions — for which it has direct responsibility — and the promise of $30,000 cash payments to new registrars.

But as for the tripled bulk-billing incentives for all patients?