WA today | Rebate cuts will force patients into public health system: AMA WA WA today West Australian hospital emergency departments could be overrun by patients seeking free healthcare if Federal Government cuts to the Medicare rebate lead to higher GP fees. That's according to Australian Medical Association WA president Michael ... Abbott government failure to consult doctors about rebate changes 'really dumb' Pick up your bat and play, Mr Abbott Senate likely to strike out cut to Medicare rebate for short GP consultations |