Micro-Course: Billing of Unrelated Medicare Items (also known as co-billing) for GPs and Practice Staff

Introduction

Information is correct at the time of publication. 15.01.2025.

Billing unrelated Medicare items during the exact consultation can be essential to delivering comprehensive care, especially when patients present with multiple, distinct medical concerns. However, incorrect co-claiming can lead to audits and penalties. This micro-course outlines key rules, common scenarios, and practical examples to ensure GPs and Practice Staff bill correctly while avoiding compliance issues.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

Understand the restrictions and permissible combinations of MBS items.
Learn when and how to bill unrelated Medicare items.
Identify appropriate documentation practices to support co-claiming.
Apply best practices using case scenarios.

Course Delivery

Micro course: Micro-courses are particularly beneficial as they are concise and practical and provide learners with an instant certificate of completion. This certificate can be included in accreditation documentation, helping healthcare professionals and clinics maintain compliance with training and reporting requirements.
Fully Online: Participants can access the course content at any time from any device connected to the internet.

Technical Requirements

Device Requirements: Access to a computer or mobile device with internet connectivity.

Certification

Certificate of Completion: After reviewing all course sections, participants can download a certificate to encourage participation and acknowledge their learning.