West Australians are paying on average almost $41 out of pocket to see a doctor, eclipsing the national standard and making health care inaccessible for many. 

The Medicare rebate has stayed stagnant for almost a decade.

Royal Australian College of General Practitioners WA Chair Dr Ramya Raman told Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons the Medicare rebate needs to be increased to keep up with inflation.

West Australians are paying on average almost $41 out of pocket to see a doctor, eclipsing the national standard and making health care inaccessible for many. 
The Medicare rebate has stayed stagnant for almost a decade.
Royal Australian College of General Practitioners WA Chair Dr Ramya Raman told Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons the Medicare rebate needs to be increased to keep up with inflation.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague will break down the issues that matter to you.

It’s a conversation with the people of Perth where you’ll get to know more than just the headline. It connects you with some of the country’s leading experts in health, property and technology.

As well as the latest news, you’ll get informative tips and advice on everything from keeping your garden in bloom to the best travel spots, as well as behind-the-scenes takes on your favourite sports teams.

You’ll have a laugh and you’re guaranteed to learn something new when you tune in with Julie-anne from 12pm-3pm.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague will break down the issues that matter to you.
It’s a conversation with the people of Perth where you’ll get to know more than just the headline. It connects you with some of the country’s leading experts in health, property and technology.
As well as the latest news, you’ll get informative tips and advice on everything from keeping your garden in bloom to the best travel spots, as well as behind-the-scenes takes on your favourite sports teams.
You’ll have a laugh and you’re guaranteed to learn something new when you tune in with Julie-anne from 12pm-3pm.

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