Nearly two-thirds of Australians now bulk-billed for all GP care

Almost two-thirds (63%) of Australians are now bulk-billed for all their GP care, up from 56% in 2024 and 2025, according to the RACGP's annual health of the nation report. The survey of 2,766 GPs found 26% bulk-bill all patients, up from 12% in 2025, likely reflecting new federal Medicare incentives. Experts caution that quality of care also matters.