Warning issued on point-of-care testing compliance Despite thousands of MBS claims, the DoHAC understands no clinics are approved for the HbA1c test, sparking calls for practices to get accredited.
Questions persist around pharmacist prescribing education The RACGP has once again raised serious concerns about diagnosis and training, as a second round of consultation on the changes kicks off.
Pharmacist prescribing labelled ‘unreasonable and unsafe’ The RACGP has responded to open consultation on new pharmacist prescribing standards by highlighting key concerns with the move.
RACGP declines participation in pharmacy prescribing stakeholder group The Australian Pharmacy Council is going ahead with the development of accreditation standards for pharmacist prescribing.
In Practice: What is general practice? The RACGP Standards Committee is seeking feedback on the draft definition of a general practice to inform its implementation.
‘Direct advocacy’ sees accreditation extended for flood-affected Accredited general practices that are up for review will be eligible to receive an extension of up to 12 months, allowing them to focus on rebuilding.
MBS point-of-care testing: What GPs need to know What does the new item mean for GPs and how does it align with the RACGP Standards?
‘It touches on every practice’ GPs are being urged to have their say on a new review of general practice accreditation arrangements.
RACGP seeks member feedback on Standards Does the current definition of a general practice reflect all contemporary general practices? The college is asking GPs to have their say.
General practice accreditation process due to recommence On-site assessments of the RACGP’s Standards for general practices will resume from 26 October.