‘Bulk-billing is untenable’: 53% of GP practices planning fee hikes
More than half of GP practices plan to reduce bulk-billing and increase gap fees this year, according to the Commonwealth Bank’s annual report on general…
Tag: Practice management
Legal blow for orthopaedic surgeon who sued his practice manager for defamation
He now has to pay most of his legal costs, despite being defamed by his former employee.
Fresh warning for GPs over payroll tax
AMA Victoria warns that backdated payroll bills may force some practices to close.
‘Close call’: Dozens of GPs almost lose access to Medicare
Services Australia recently transitioned to its new 'web services' system.
GPs ‘must sign up’ to govt online system by next month to claim Medicare
The change is supposed to offer GPs easier access to clinical information online.
‘Non-standard’ GP practices could soon get PIP cash
The RACGP says it is looking to expand its definition of general practice to allow more GPs to gain accreditation.
5 tips for GPs on beating Omicron stress
Carving out time to catch up and reset is key, say leading GPs.
Vaccine mandates imposed on all GP staff in NSW
It follows a campaign by GP groups for mandates to bring NSW into line with other states and territories.
Fed Govt confirms plans for permanent MBS telehealth
With the current items due to expire at the end of the month, the announcement has been met with relief by the RACGP and AMA.
RACGP accreditation revamp is about flexibility and choice
A new accreditation system will not be implemented without GPs being widely consulted, RACGP says.
