Health service advocates back Medicare rebate overhaul but say it's no budget fix

Medical groups cautiously welcome Medicare rebate system review but want to ensure it is guided by patient need, not a drive to create budget savings

Medical groups have cautiously welcomed the overhaul of the Medicare rebate system announced on Wednesday morning, but have warned against making the review a “hitlist of savings”.

The health minister, Sussan Ley, announced an audit of all tests, treatments and procedures that fall under the Medicare benefits system (MBS) to make sure the government is getting value for money.

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