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Why Kalgoorlie is a great place for GPs looking for their next opportunity
Information For GPs Considering Relocating to Kalgoorlie. Located 600kms from Perth (a one-hour flight).
Aug 8, 20252 min read
What is the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS)
Healthcare in Australia is delivered by public and private sector entities and is funded by all levels of government, private health insurers, and out-of-pocket payments by individuals. The Federal Government doesn’t directly fund health service provisions, it funds Medicare benefits. It also jointly funds public hospitals with the States and Territories and provides financial assistance.
Jun 9, 20252 min read
When and how do I book the Medical for my visa?
Once your nomination has been lodged, you can apply for your visa as well.
For that, you need to log in/sign up on to your VEVO account on the Immigration website.
May 19, 20251 min read


Essentials for Arrival: A Guide for Overseas GPs Coming to Australia
Prepare for your GP career in Australia with Doctor Connect. Learn essential steps for arrival, including health insurance, banking, TFN, ABN, and practice induction.
May 5, 20252 min read
Should I pay for an Immigration lawyer?
<p>Answer No-one can guarantee that they will be able to have a result back from Immigration in any given time, this process is unpredictable. However, you’ll have the guarantee of having everything inputted correctly. Also, in the case that there is a delay, then the immigration lawyer will have the opportunity and knowledge to contact […]</p>
Feb 19, 20251 min read
Where can I find my Prescriber Number and HPI?
Your Practice Manager requires the following identifiers to set you up to be ready to commence seeing patients: Medicare Provider Number; Prescriber Number; and HPI Number .
You may need to call Medicare to ask for your Provider Number.
Feb 5, 20251 min read
10-Year Moratorium Reduction
<p>Reduce Your 10-Year Moratorium Medicare’s 19AB rules require doctors who studied for their medical degrees outside of Australia to work in an area of distribution priority (DPA) for their first 10 years of practice in Australia. By committing to work in certain doctor-short locations, an overseas GP may be able to complete a GP Fellowship, […]</p>
Nov 9, 20244 min read
Processing Times – RACGP PEP Specialist
<p>Current Processing Times – RACGP PEP Specialist Pathway Registration Timings are crucial for us all when planning this move. Because your practice has committed to you, we now have the important responsibility to make sure you are aren’t unnecessarily delayed. Its vital to be aware of how long each step step, and the whole process […]</p>
Jun 7, 20242 min read
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