Tag: bulk billing

More bulk-billing GP clinics slated for Hunter region

News Rod Thompson - May 20, 2026

In a major healthcare boost for the region, six new bulk-billing general practices (GPs) are slated for the Hunter and Central Coast.

New Medicare Urgent Care Clinic to service Newcastle-Lake Mac

Community Rod Thompson - June 13, 2024

In a bid to take pressure off health services, a new Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (Medicare UCC) will be established in the Hunter.

Bulk billing on rise in the Hunter

Community Rod Thompson - February 1, 2024

The Hunter has experienced one of the largest increases in bulk billing, nationally, since the Australian Government tripled the incentive.

Region to welcome bulk billing changes after GP access strife

News Rebecca Riddle - November 3, 2023

The Australian Government has tripled the number of Bulk Billing Incentives for GPs, hoping to reduce the cost of healthcare in the Hunter.

Follow Us

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR
NEWSLETTER

CATEGORIES

© 2025 - NEWCASTLE WEEKLY.

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

Subscribe to Newcastle Weekly. News, Community, Lifestyle, Property delivered direct to your inbox! 100% Local, 100% Free.

You have Successfully Subscribed!