02 Feb 2023
AMA attends Mental Health Equity and Access Forum
Access to mental health services a focus as the AMA met with the mental health sector in Canberra this week.
02 Feb 2023
AMA Medical Fees Indexation review findings and adjustment
Updated information for AMA members and Fees List subscribers.
02 Feb 2023
Dementia strategy and plan must have GPs at the core
GPs must be central to any dementia strategy and dementia prevention activities, says the AMA.
02 Feb 2023
Module aims to embed healthcare sustainability
A joint submission from the AMA and DEA seeks to help health organisations reduce their environmental impact.
03 Aug 2023
Factsheet on claiming of regional and field nerve block MBS Items
The fact sheet provides information to help support the correct billing of Medicare Benefits Schedule Items 18222 and 18225 for regional or field nerve blocks.
26 Jan 2023
Medicare media ahead of Strengthening Medicare Taskforce report
The upcoming release of the government’s Strengthening Medicare Taskforce report attracted significant media attention this week, with AMA Vice President Dr Danielle McMullen reinforcing the need for reforms to support GPs.
26 Jan 2023
AMA renews calls for a sugar tax
Last week the AMA renewed its call for a sugar tax to combat obesity and chronic disease, launching a new report on the issue.
26 Jan 2023
Combating compassion fatigue
Drs4Drs have a timely reminder for doctors to protect themselves against burnout and compassion fatigue.
26 Jan 2023
Combating compassion fatigue
Drs4Drs have a timely reminder for doctors to protect themselves against burnout and compassion fatigue.
19 Jan 2023
Welcome to 2023 from the AMA President
AMA President Professor Steve Robson outlines a busy agenda for 2023 with the AMA advocating for the healthcare profession and the health of all Australians.