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Medicare Safety Net Explained (2026)

Medicare Safety Net explained

Did you know that Medicare may pay you a bigger rebate once you’ve spent a certain amount on medical appointments during the year?

Many Australians don’t know about the Medicare Safety Net, and miss out on hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars in extra Medicare rebates.

Why Do Some Doctors Charge a Gap Fee?

Why do some doctors charge a gap fee

It can be frustrating when you hear a GP charges extra, but there’s a reason. What’s a gap fee? The gap fee is simply the difference between what your doctor charges and what Medicare gives back.