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Government's Bulk-Billing Program Adoption

Following months of promotion, only 13% of metropolitan medical practices have adopted the Government's new fully bulk-billing program.

The Government’s landmark changes have so far convinced just 13% of metropolitan practices to change to fully bulk billing.

This indicates a slow uptake despite significant efforts to encourage the shift.

Summary

The new bulk-billing program has seen limited adoption, with just 13% of city practices participating after extensive government promotion.

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Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) — 2025-11-05