Whether it’s to get a medicine script or diagnose a cold, we’ve all needed a GP at some point in our lives – but a visit isn't getting easier or cheaper.

Bulk billing rates are down, meaning more Australians are paying to see a GP – and ABS data shows 25 to 34-year-olds are the most likely cohort to delay a doctor’s visit due to cost.

Over the weekend, both major parties committed to a huge investment to encourage more doctors to bulk bill.The bipartisan push has wide support. In today’s deep dive we’ll look at why the trip to the doctor might still carry a price tag for a while.

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Whether it&rsquo;s to get a medicine script or diagnose a cold, we&rsquo;ve all needed a GP at some point in our lives &ndash; but a visit isn't getting easier or cheaper.
Bulk billing rates are down, meaning more Australians are paying to see a GP &ndash; and ABS data shows 25 to 34-year-olds are the most likely cohort to delay a doctor&rsquo;s visit due to cost.
Over the weekend, both major parties committed to a huge investment to encourage more doctors to bulk bill.The bipartisan push has wide support. In today&rsquo;s deep dive we&rsquo;ll look at why the trip to the doctor might still carry a price tag for a while.
Hosts: Harry Sekulich and Zara Seidler Producer: Orla Maher&nbsp;
Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click &lsquo;follow&rsquo; on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.
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Are GP visits about to get cheaper?

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