Concerns Medicare changes obstruct rural patients' mental health care
Rural Australians express worries that the latest Medicare changes hinder access to necessary mental health treatment through video consultations.
Jury convicts former NFL player Keith J Gray in $328 million Medicare fraud scheme involving kickbacks
Keith J. Gray, a former NFL player and laboratory owner, was convicted of participating in a $328 million Medicare fraud operation involving unnecessary genetic testing and kickbacks.
Sanders-endorsed Senate candidate knocked for alleged flip-flop to 'have it both ways' on key issue
Abdul El-Sayed, a Senate candidate endorsed by Bernie Sanders, is facing criticism for allegedly shifting his stance on Medicare for All amid the Michigan Senate primary race.
Better than Medicare or Medicaid?: this is how Trump Rx works, the new discount drug platform in the U.S.
President Donald Trump launched the TrumpRx platform, offering discounted medications, with some products available at lower prices than their list prices, although experts warn that better deals may still be found through insurance.
Report points to flaws in jobs scheme for Pacific islanders
A report reveals exploitation and significant flaws in the employment scheme for Pacific islanders working in Australia, including issues related to employer restrictions and limited access to Medicare.
Kaiser Permanente Agrees to Pay $556 Million to Settle Medicare Overbilling Claims
Kaiser Permanente has reached a $556 million agreement to resolve allegations of overbilling Medicare.
Almost twice as many Australian GP clinics bulk billing since Medicare incentive changes, analysis suggests
An analysis shows that the rate of bulk billing at Australian GP clinics has nearly doubled since the implementation of government incentives in November, increasing from 20.7% to 40.2% by the end of 2025.
Cheaper medicines, rules for cash and new state laws: what will change in Australia on 1 January?
Starting January 1, 2026, Australians will see a range of changes including cheaper medicines under the PBS, a Medicare phone service, laws for mandatory cash acceptance, and alterations to social security, childcare settings, and land taxes in Victoria.