Overview
A legislative instrument registered on 27 May 2026 amended the rules governing two Medicare programs: the General Practice in Aged Care Incentive and the Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program. The instrument was in force from 27 May 2026 until 7 September 2026, at which point it was repealed.
Programs affected
- General Practice in Aged Care Incentive - a Medicare program with rules amended by this instrument
- Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program - a Medicare program with rules amended by this instrument
Instrument details
The instrument was registered on 27 May 2026. It operated under the Human Services (Medicare) Act 1973 and was administered by the Department of Finance. The source document does not provide detail on the specific changes made to either program.
Key actions
- GP practices or aged care providers receiving payments under the General Practice in Aged Care Incentive or the Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program can check with Services Australia or a Medicare provider liaison to confirm how changes made by this instrument - in force 27 May 2026 to 7 September 2026 - affected payments or eligibility.
- The full text of this instrument and the explanatory statement are available at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00631.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.