It has never been harder and more expensive to see a doctor, especially in regional Queensland under this failing Labor government.
Many GP’s are moving away from bulk billing because the Medicare Rebate is too low. This has resulted in more patients being charged out-of-pocket fees thanks to the Albanese Government.
“Medicare bulk billing rates have dropped by 11 percent and the average out of pocket cost to see a Doctor has skyrocketed by 45 percent which is simply not good enough.” Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Willcox said.
“An elected Dutton Coalition Government will invest an historic $9 billion into Medicare to fix Labor’s healthcare crisis.”
“This investment builds on the $500 million commitment already announced by the Coalition to restore critical Medicare funding for mental health support, after it was slashed in half by the Albanese Government.”
“The Coalition welcomes the Albanese Government’s decision to finally listen to our calls to address the health workforce crisis with a comprehensive package of training measures.”
“It has been no surprise that the Coalition has led the way with our $400 million plan to grow a strong pipeline of GP’s, which will provide junior doctors who choose to train as a GP in the community with financial incentives, assistance with leave entitlements and training support.”
“I have seen first hand medical centres being forced to close such as the centre in Bowen because of a major doctor shortages, resulting in patients having to travel long distances to find another GP.”
“I have visited Murroona Gardens Aged Care facility on a number of occasions and they simply don’t have access to doctors due to these shortages, to care for residents.”
“The Coalition has a strong record on health and we have a plan go get Australia back on track and fix Labor’s healthcare mess.”
Federal MP, Andrew Willcox discusses health with GP. Photo: Supplied
Andrew Willcox meets with a GP. Photo: Supplied
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