When Should You Book a GP Appointment?

It is not always easy to decide when a health concern needs medical attention. Some symptoms may settle on their own, while others may need assessment by a qualified healthcare professional. Consider booking a GP appointment if a health concern persists, keeps returning, affects your usual activities or is causing you concern. A GP can […]

Women’s Health: When Should You See a GP?

Women’s health includes different needs across adolescence, reproductive years, pregnancy, menopause and later life. A GP appointment can provide an opportunity to discuss symptoms, preventive healthcare and changes in your health in a confidential clinical setting. You may consider making a GP appointment if you have concerns about menstrual changes, contraception, sexual health, breast health, […]

What Is Bulk Billing and How Does It Work?

Bulk billing is a Medicare billing arrangement where the Medicare benefit for an eligible service is assigned directly to the healthcare provider. When a service is bulk billed, an eligible patient does not pay an out-of-pocket consultation fee for that bulk-billed service. Eligibility and billing arrangements depend on Medicare eligibility, the service provided and the […]