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flag Australian GPs demand independent Medicare fee setting to counter political interference and ensure sustainable primary care access.

flag Australian GPs are calling for an independent body to set Medicare rebates and bulk-billing rules, citing political interference as a threat to long-term healthcare stability. flag Despite an $8.5 billion government boost that raised national bulk-billing rates to 81.4%—a record high—doctors warn that inconsistent funding and rebate freezes have failed to keep up with inflation, increasing patient costs. flag The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and health experts advocate for evidence-based, non-partisan fee-setting, similar to systems in hospitals and aged care, to ensure sustainable access to primary care. flag While the government continues expanding urgent care clinics and incentivizing bulk billing, resistance from Treasury over budget control persists.

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