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Latest news: Medicare

Big bulk billing boost the centrepiece of health budget

Low-income Australians and children will be eligible for bulk-billed doctor visits with Medicare reforms at the heart of the federal budget.

Federal government keeps options open on healthcare funding

Health Minister Mark Butler says an increase to the Medicare rebate is not off the table, as the federal government tries to address problems in Australia's health care system.

Independent inquiry into Medicare fraud

An independent inquiry has been launched to investigate fraud and waste by doctors in the Medicare system.

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