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Medicare watchdog investigates just 100 cases of inappropriate billing every 12 months

The watchdog responsible for policing Medicare investigates just 0.07 per cent of health professionals each year, is chronically understaffed and underfunded, and is led by bureaucrats with strong links to the powerful Australian Medical Association, an ABC-Nine investigation has found.

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Arsonist who caused $5 million damage to the Australian Medical Association building in North Adelaide sentenced

An Adelaide man who pretended to be a witness to a fire he started in the basement of a building in 2020 will be eligible to apply for parole in May.

ABC News

Connectivity a lifeline for bush patients

The AMA is urging the government to improve mobile and internet coverage in the bush, particularly as several states endure major floods.

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Bad Bunny leads American Music Award nominees with 8 nods

Bad Bunny could continue his reign with the announcement Monday of the 2022 American Music Awards nominations.

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Federal government describes reports of Medicare fraud as 'troubling', AMA condemns 'unjustified slur' on doctors

The federal government labels an investigation uncovering widespread rorting of Medicare as "troubling", ordering a report from the Health Department.

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Cancer patient's treatment a week overdue as pressure continues on WA health system

In yet another sign of a struggling WA health system, Perth cancer patient Julia Osborne has been knocked back from receiving her life-saving chemotherapy for more than a week.

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Sydney news: NSW Deputy Premier and Police Minister Paul Toole 'devastated' over brother's drug arrest

Paul Toole says he's "devastated" after his brother was arrested and charged with serious drug offences, including directing the activities of a criminal group.

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Victoria's doctors urge next government to sharpen focus on 'dire' GP crisis

Victoria's peak body for doctors says billions pouring into the health sector isn't all that's needed, calling for a new division in the state's Health Department to improve interactions between hospitals and GPs.

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Doctors alarmed over easing COVID-19 rules

Another COVID-19 wave is on its way to Australia, with the nation's peak medical body urging federal and state governments to rethink winding back restrictions.

AAP

Ending COVID isolation right: Perrottet

NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet has brushed off criticism from the AMA over national cabinet's decision to scrap mandatory COVID-19 isolation periods.

AAP

Hidden surgery waiting lists a 'scandal'

Hidden wait times for elective surgery mean it's impossible for patients to make an informed decision about whether to go public or private, the AMA says.

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Tired NSW trainee doctors making mistakes

NSW risks losing its young doctors to other states, the AMA warns, as a survey finds they are working harder and longer, and nearly half have made mistakes.

AAP

ACT government urged to improve paediatric early warning system

The opposition will call for the change in the territory's parliament.

The Canberra Times

Australian Medical Association leads push to secure disaster grants for healthcare providers

Health organisations join forces to demand more help from governments so they can recover and assist communities ravaged by flooding, arguing that all healthcare providers are essential services that deserve disaster support.

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Grattan on Friday: Albanese's commitment to transparency should apply to national cabinet

The change of government has transformed many things but, unfortunately, not the secrecy surrounding national cabinet.

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WA entrepreneur says his Just a Baby app has facilitated 1,000 births, but AMA urges caution

A West Australian man believes he has helped create about 1,000 babies across the globe through an app that allows people to find eggs, a womb, an embryo or sperm.

ABC News

Federal government vows to crack down on cosmetic surgery 'cowboys' with new reforms

Health ministers nationwide agree to a series of reforms to ensure doctors providing cosmetic procedures are appropriately qualified and working to the highest standards.

AAP

Perrottet urges isolation rule scrapping

NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet has called for the removal of the mandatory isolation period for COVID cases entirely, following a reduction to five days.

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How has the pandemic changed relationships between owners and their dogs? Here's what dog ownership in Australia looks like

At the start of the pandemic, Australia saw a puppy-buying frenzy. Given that it's International Dog Day today, let's look at whether the pandemic strengthened or worsened relationships between owners and their pets.

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Leeds Festival 2022 set times as Bramham Park welcomes Arctic Monkeys, The 1975 and more

Bramham Park will welcome Arctic Monkeys, Dave, Bring Me The Horizon, The 1975, Halsey and Megan Thee Stallion for headline Leeds Festival 2022 performance

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Chronic wounds affect 420,000 Australians each day, cost $3b a year to treat

Sam Gregory-Jones was the only registered nurse in her small country hospital when her son needed urgent treatment. But like so many other rural health centres, it didn't have the right dressings for his wounds.

AAP

Australian virus cases close to 10 million

The total number of COVID-19 cases identified in Australia since the start of the pandemic is closing in on 10 million.

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Here’s Why It’s So Fkn Hard To Find A GP That Actually Bulk-Bills These Days

"GPs across the country are just saying that enough is enough."

The Guardian - AU

‘Bulk billing is almost non-existent’: Tasmanian councils turn to ratepayers to prop up flailing GP clinics

Exclusive: A lack of federal support means several rural areas are using council rates to subsidise health services for vulnerable patients

ABC News

Pharmacies want over-the-counter COVID-19 antiviral access in Australia, as more people look to take oral treatments

Two COVID-19 oral antiviral treatments have been approved for use in Australia, and some say they should be more readily available.

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