The Australian Government has increased funding for bulk billing and is supporting more general practices to offer bulk billed appointments for eligible patients. Bulk billing allows patients to access free healthcare using their Medicare card, with Medicare covering the full cost of a GP visit. The changes are designed to make it easier for people to find a bulk billing GP close to home and reduce out-of-pocket medical costs. The initiative could save households hundreds of dollars each year, particularly for families who visit the doctor regularly. If you’re looking for a participating bulk billing GP, you can search online through the Australian Government’s Health website.