Call to keep doctor sanctions on register 16 Feb 2012 0 comments Most doctors subject to disciplinary actions should have a permanent footprint of their offences listed on the medical register, says one of Australia’s leading advocates for patient health and safety.
Private health rebate passed 16 Feb 2012 0 comments The government has succeeded in getting its private health insurance rebate legislation through the House of Representatives.
PBAC recommends removing liver biopsy obstacle to hepatitis B treatment 24 Aug 2011 0 comments Liver biopsy should no longer be a mandatory requirement for patients with Hepatitis B to access antivirals and interferon medications, the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee recommends.
Rebate means test threatens regional specialists 24 Aug 2011 0 comments Hospitals in regional areas may lose proceduralists as a result of changes to the private health insurance rebate.
Medical journals still haunted by ghostwriters 10 Aug 2011 0 comments Ghostwriting in medical journals is equivalent to fraud and should be punished as such, argue lawyers.
