In Practice: Medicare compliance for disability assessments The RACGP is reminding members how to properly conduct MBS health assessments for patients with disability following reports of non-compliance.
PSR boss: ‘We never make assumptions’ Once referred to as a ‘star chamber’, the Government agency is under new leadership and taking steps to ensure all practitioners feel heard.
DoHAC targets four areas in new compliance activity Around 100 GPs will receive letters for high MBS activity in areas including timed professional services and chronic disease management.
Three in four doctors not confident navigating Medicare: Poll Ongoing improvements in education for GPs about MBS requirements remain essential, according to the RACGP President.
In Practice: MBS online tool updated November ushered in a host of changes to the MBS. The RACGP’s online tool is designed to help GPs keep up to date with billing.
Bill introduced to further improve PSR processes The new legislation should present ‘very little to fear’ for most GPs, according to the RACGP.
In Practice: Unpacking the Medicare compliance process An upcoming webinar will aim to alleviate some of the fear and misconceptions that exist around compliance.
Department announces new ‘early intervention’ compliance campaign Following RACGP feedback, the Department of Health has undertaken a more targeted and educative approach to GPs at risk of breaching the 80/20 rule.
What are the most reviewed items under Medicare compliance? Standard GP consultations and chronic disease management services make up the bulk of the top 10 most reviewed item numbers by the PSR.
‘No objection’ to PSR improvement bill: RACGP The college will not oppose legislation prompted by the Medicare compliance review, but still wants to be consulted on panel appointments.