Better Access changes from 1 November 2025

This page provides guidance on the changes to the Better Access to Psychiatrists, Psychologists and General Practitioners through the Medicare Benefits Schedule (Better Access) initiative from 1 November 2025, subject to the passage of legislation.

Page last updated: 30 September 2025

From 1 November 2025 (subject to the passage of legislation), there will be changes to the Better Access initiative, in response to the Better Access evaluation. The factsheets on this page describe the changes.

Further information is provided in the factsheets below:

Factsheet
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MBS changes under the Better Access initiative - Overview
(Last updated: 30 September 2025)
Changes to the Better Access initiative - Arrangements for General Practitioners and Prescribed Medical Practitioners
(Last updated: 30 September 2025)
Changes to the Better Access initiative - Arrangements for Eligible Allied Health Practitioners
(Last updated: 30 September 2025)

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