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flag Australian insurers expanding GP and telehealth ownership, raising concerns over care quality and patient choice.

flag Australian private health insurers are increasingly acquiring GP clinics and telehealth services, with Medibank Private and Bupa expanding their networks amid concerns over conflicts of interest and reduced patient choice. flag The trend, mirroring U.S. managed care models, raises alarms about potential bias in medical referrals and inadequate oversight, despite existing regulations. flag While some patients may benefit from lower costs, experts warn of long-term risks to care quality and autonomy, urging greater scrutiny of insurer-driven healthcare integration.

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