Gishan Ratnayake

MBS Item 721 allows GPs to create comprehensive care plans for patients with chronic or terminal conditions. These plans support personalised care, proactive management, and collaboration with other healthcare providers, ensuring improved health outcomes.

Health assessments are structured consultations designed to address the specific needs of various patient groups. GPs can optimise care and rebates by using appropriate time-based item numbers and adhering to billing regulations.

MBS Item 23 covers GP consultations lasting between 6 to 20 minutes, supporting services such as history-taking, examinations, and preventive care. Proper use of time-based MBS items, combination billing, and accurate documentation helps GPs maintain compliance and efficiency.

To keep your medical practice running smoothly, closely monitoring your cash flow is key. Cash flow refers to the amount of cash coming in vs. going out of your business. When cash flow is positive, you have enough to cover expenses. When negative, you may face financial trouble.

GPT-4 is much more than just a chatbot. This AI system can understand complex medical texts, have nuanced conversations, and even assist physicians with tasks like taking notes or researching treatment options. However, GPT-4’s abilities come with risks that require oversight and governance.

Automated scheduling reduces administrative overhead by minimizing phone calls and freeing staff to focus on high-value tasks. Patients can select, book, and pay for appointments in one place, reducing paperwork and follow-up.

ChatGPT, an AI assistant created by Anthropic, PBC, shows promise for automating some of the routine tasks in your mental health practice. By 2023, 30% of professionals will try using ChatGPT for documentation, marketing, and other administrative jobs.

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