A real example of the state of the Australian health system

[PrinceAussie]

Seeing a GP has been pretty quick in Brisbane for me. Sometimes i can get the same day appointment. If it is not serious, but you want to see a specialist then it can take couple of weeks, but if serious then it is pretty quick.

[jenniferharrison]

Absolutely true, enjoy your daddy time! 🤗

[johnlaine]

I’m an aged Pensioner and I don’t pay anything for my GP visits, most of my. Scripts only cost $6.70 to $7.70. Also I’m. type 1 Diabetic. My Insulin and Pens are FREE, My Specialist appointments at the Hospital for diabetes are FREE.If I need to go into Hospital as a Public Patient, that is also free, so are all of the doctors. However, I do have extra Private Health Insurance in case I need to see a Specialist who charges extra when I see him as a Private Patient. I believe our Medical system in Australia is So much better than in the US.Many diabetics over there have to choose between their Insulin supplies or food for them and their families. How is that a fair system!

[ishraqahmed]

WA. Went to doctor on sunday. Paid $95. Health insurance covered $55. Doctor gave a few tests. Went to do the test following day. Paid $281 for ultrasound(claimed in OSHC). Blood tests were free or included with the doctor fees. No result even after 24 hours. Apparently results will go to the doctor who will inform us when she gets time and provide an appointment. Meanwhile we are left to stress about the outcome.

[carolheaden]

Tasmania has a shortage of doctors. Rural Tas is quite bad to try to get in to see one. It is not free. It costs around $90 with a $35 refund. No one will bulk bill down here!

[royp]

Iucky you have to wait a week before seeing the doctor at coff harbour

[vanessamcleod]

The sunshine coast. Qld Australia
I cant see a bulk billing doctor anymore. I can't afford the 95 dollar fee, granted I get money back through Medicare. I don't have $95 to see a doctor.