03 Feb 2023
Survey shows positive signs for GPs in training
The results of this year’s Medical Training Survey are broadly encouraging for general practice, but there are a few concerning trends
03 Feb 2023
Strengthening Medicare report recommends funding longer consultations
Greater investment to support multidisciplinary teams in general practice has also been proposed, but increased Medicare rebates are not mentioned.
02 Feb 2023
Pushback against Premier’s nationwide pharmacy prescribing call
Dominic Perrottet is set to raise the topic at National Cabinet, but the RACGP is urging leaders to prioritise patient safety ahead of pharmacy profits.
02 Feb 2023
COVID vaccination billing streamlined
Medicare rebates for COVID-19 vaccination have increased to compensate for the removal of booster and PIP payments.
02 Feb 2023
Positive meeting gives hope for payroll tax exemptions
The Queensland Treasurer has told RACGP representatives that all options remain open and that he would like it discussed at National Cabinet.
01 Feb 2023
RACGP payroll tax media blitz continues
The college has taken out full-page ads in major Sydney newspapers ahead of the NSW election, urging the Premier to not ‘kill off’ general practice.
31 Jan 2023
RACGP calls for support as patients face ‘impossible choice’
Investment is needed now as long-term reforms will not arrive quickly enough for some people, the college’s pre-Budget submission says.
31 Jan 2023
Limited evidence behind decision to cut long phone consultations
Health researchers want longer phone consultations to be reinstated, saying there was ‘little evidence’ to support the change.
30 Jan 2023
Reports of ‘million-dollar’ GP packages labelled canary in the workforce coalmine
The Shire of Quairading is the latest local council to dig into its own pockets in a desperate attempt to source a GP – but the RACGP Rural Chair predicts it will not be the last.
27 Jan 2023
Last call for dementia plan feedback
The Department of Health and Aged Care is requesting views from clinicians and the wider public for a 10-year plan to address a growing health issue.