Almost two-thirds of Australians bulk-billed for all GP care amid extra incentives for doctors
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on October 25, 2026 • Originally reported by Melissa Davey Medical editor. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on October 25, 2026 • Originally reported by Melissa Davey Medical editor. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
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The proportion of general practitioners bulk-billing all of their patients has more than doubled in a year, a report has found, after the government introduced financial incentives for doctors and practices.
And almost two-thirds (63%) of Australians are now bulk-billed for all their GP care, up from 56% in both 2024 and 2025, which the report says is “likely a reflection of the federal government’s recent investment in Medicare bulk billing incentives”.
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