ACT bulk-billing clinics swamped after federal incentives
Canberra clinics report being overwhelmed with new patients since federal bulk-billing incentives began. Discover the surge in demand and the challenges of recruiting doctors.
Canberra clinics report being overwhelmed with new patients since federal bulk-billing incentives began. Discover the surge in demand and the challenges of recruiting doctors.
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The Albanese government eyes Newcastle for new publicly-funded bulk-billing GP clinics to combat rising gap fees. Will this market shake-up improve healthcare access?
WA Health Minister confirms no interim targets for GP clinics joining Labor's bulk billing incentive. The $3.5bn tripling aims to lift rates, but sign-up numbers remain unclear. Read the latest.
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West Australians face tough challenges finding bulk billing clinics despite federal government initiatives. Discover which Perth clinics still offer free GP visits and why access remains limited.
ACT residents face growing challenges accessing bulk-billing GPs as clinics struggle with Medicare rebate freeze and rising operational costs. Discover why Canberra's healthcare accessibility is declining.
Canberra residents gain better healthcare access as five new bulk-billing GP clinics launch across the capital, delivering cost-of-living relief through Labor's Medicare Strengthening Plan.
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A healthcare revolution hits Western Australia as more than 120 medical practices transition to full bulk billing from November 1, delivering significant cost-of-living relief for patients across the state.