GPs warned over new self-collected HPV test criteria
The Medicare item requirement for universal self-swabbing from 1 July has the potential to trip up doctors, says Professor Marion Saville.
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Self-swabbing at home an option under HPV test revamp: expert
Women will need to attend their GP to collect the kit and for follow-up, Professor Marion Saville says.
Self-swabbing at home an option under HPV test revamp: expert
Women will need to attend their GP to collect the kit and for follow-up, Professor Marion Saville says.
Medicare cash coming for universal HPV self-swabbing
MBS items to support self-collection of vaginal swabs will be introduced in July 2022, Greg Hunt says.
Govt seeks GP feedback on patient self-collection for HPV testing
The health department wants to know what doctors think about the proposed change to cervical screening.
Cervical screening: Patients can self-collect HPV at home, GPs told
Home-based collection can be offered to underscreened women, including telehealth patients, anywhere in Australia, says Professor Marion Saville.
