Government delays Medicare changes amid fears of healthcare access barriers
The federal government delayed controversial Medicare changes requiring signatures for claims after concerns from healthcare advocates. Aged care paralegal Bindy Marshall noted that 95 percent of her clients cannot sign for themselves, raising fears of increased barriers to accessing healthcare. The government has implemented a 12-month transition period amid widespread backlash from the medical community.
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Published 26 Jun 2026, 12:57 UTC · Updated 26 Jun 2026, 13:00 UTC
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