RACGP backs ‘mixed funding model’ for GP aged care visits

The college says fee-for-service should stay, coupled with payments based on complexity and performance
GP in aged care

GPs should be able to bill Medicare for consults with nursing home staff and family members of aged care residents under a revamped system of blended funding, the RACGP says.

It wants the Federal Government to boost investment with a funding package that “incorporates fee-for-service, complexity loading and recognition of high-quality care”.