In 2015, the Turnbull government proposed allowing health insurers to cover GP visits and common tests including X-rays. The proposal would transform the Australian healthcare single-payer system into a higher cost US style system. Opponents argue that the system would encourage doctors to charge their patients higher rates. Proponents argue that this will reduce the government’s healthcare costs.
78% Yes |
22% No |
78% Yes |
22% No |
See how support for each position on “GP Visits” has changed over time for 25.6k Australia voters.
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See how importance of “GP Visits” has changed over time for 25.6k Australia voters.
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Unique answers from Australia users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@9D4CCGP9mos9MO
Sure - as long as they provide same or greater benefits to people as does Medicare.
@9CH93R910mos10MO
It could be beneficial but I believe that many of us do not wish for the healthcare sector to become a offshoot of the US healthcare system. So, no.
@9CFCXTW10mos10MO
No. This will make fees increase and it will effect poorer people
@9C5RZWZ11mos11MO
Yes, but only if nothing is prescribed to the patient.
@9BLRKG312mos12MO
Yes, but all Australian GP visits should be completely bulk-billed for Australian citizens and permanent residents.
@99YDTKX1yr1Y
It should be made an option in the health insurance packages.
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