24 May 2023
RACGP raises questions over impending PSR changes
A representative says the college supports greater transparency and fairness around compliance, but notes the approach must be balanced.
23 May 2023
Stop the use of named hospital referrals: RACGP
The proposal is among a suite of reforms put forward by the college in its submission to a review of the National Health Reform Agreement.
22 May 2023
RACGP speaks out against cosmetic surgery referrals
The college has raised a number of concerns about upcoming requirements contained in new Medical Board guidelines.
22 May 2023
Payroll tax concerns ‘biggest priority’ for practice owners
The issue was a key theme at the Practice Owners National Conference, along with potential options to address it.
19 May 2023
‘We are going to miss out’: Stark warning on IMG recruitment
While New Zealand can process IMGs within three months, Australia’s bureaucracy is proving a major barrier to addressing workforce shortages.
18 May 2023
Budget ‘excellent’ for remote healthcare: RACGP Rural Chair
Associate Professor Michael Clements shares his view on measures for areas disproportionately affected by workforce and chronic health issues.
17 May 2023
AHPRA naming laws in place despite ongoing reservations
Critics say the new powers deny practitioners natural justice, while a clause protecting regulators against legal action has been labelled ‘indefensible’.
17 May 2023
Further downward spiral in bulk billing rates
The first statistics since the Budget show one of the biggest year-on-year falls yet, with new incentives due to kick in from November.
17 May 2023
No minimum numbers’: GPs urged to use RACF flag-fall fee
Take-up of recommended COVID-19 boosters in aged care is low, but officials hope a raised fee for in-reach visits will make a difference.
16 May 2023
Reproductive healthcare telehealth items extended
The move has been welcomed, particularly for women in remote areas, but advocates are calling for the items to be made permanent.