Exclusive: Mandatory telehealth bulk-billing to be ditched
But the Federal Government is expected to scale back the enhanced bulk-billing incentive.
But the Federal Government is expected to scale back the enhanced bulk-billing incentive.
GP corporate CEO Dr James Liang claims that, without telehealth funding, 20-30% of practices countrywide could close.
Dr Hamish Meldrum says rebates for phone consultations should be cut to encourage video.
The college says it wants the scheme in place and continued access to MBS telehealth.
What do you think of mandatory bulk-billing, should funding be tied to a patient's regular GP, is telehealth good for new scripts?
The 30-page petition has been signed by 2340 doctors.
Nationwide survey shows 95% booked a non-face-to-face consult with a practice they had been to before.
The document includes your stories on the difference telehealth funding is making to patient care.
A leading infectious diseases physician has raised concerns patients under isolation orders may lose access to rebates.
Australian Doctor has launched its Don’t Hang Up on Telehealth petition, a call on the Federal Government to ensure continued Medicare funding for phone and video consults.…
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