It is getting increasingly harder for Perth residents to find bulk billing GPs with patients being slugged over $42 for a 15-minute appointment at some clinics.

Since 2018 there has been a 19 per cent decrease in the number of bulk billing clinics in Perth and a 6.3 per cent increase in the price of consultations at private clinics.

Cleanbill founder James Gillespie told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons it is not as simple as increasing the medicare rebate.

It is getting increasingly harder for Perth residents to find bulk billing GPs with patients being slugged over $42 for a 15-minute appointment at some clinics.
Since 2018 there has been a 19 per cent decrease in the number of bulk billing clinics in Perth and a 6.3 per cent increase in the price of consultations at private clinics.
Cleanbill founder James Gillespie told Jo McManus on 6PR Afternoons it is not as simple as increasing the medicare rebate.

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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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