Join Us for the Crucial MBS November 2025 Update Workshop.
Presented by BFD Education and leading experts Dr. April Armstrong and Dr. Clifford Morrison
Prepare your practice for the profound changes coming to the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) this November. This session is essential for GPs, practice managers, and practice owners who want to stay ahead of the curve, ensure Medicare compliance, and deliver exceptional patient care.
When: Sunday, 9 November, at 3 pm WST / 5 pm AEST
Why Attend?
The November updates bring significant changes that will reshape the way we manage mental health and introduce additional rebates and services for women’s health. With clarifications on previously ambiguous items following communication with the Department of Health, this session is more critical than ever to ensure your practice is compliant and prepared.
Key Updates Include:
- Mental Health Management Overhaul: Profound changes to item numbers and services that will transform how mental health care is delivered and billed.
- Women’s Health Rebates: New and expanded rebates to better support women’s health needs, ensuring comprehensive care for your patients.
- Clarifications on Ambiguous Items: Clear guidance on previously unclear descriptors and restrictions, helping you avoid compliance risks and missed billing opportunities.
- Practical Insights for Integration: Actionable advice to seamlessly incorporate these changes into your practice, ensuring smooth operations and enhanced patient care.
What You’ll Gain:
- A clear understanding of the November MBS changes and their impact on clinical practice, billing, and patient care.
- Tools and strategies to ensure Medicare compliance and protect your practice from potential risks.
- Insights from leading experts to help you navigate these updates with confidence.
Don’t Miss Out!
With Medicare compliance becoming increasingly complex, staying informed is no longer optional—it’s imperative. This session is your opportunity to gain the knowledge and tools needed to adapt to these changes and continue delivering top-quality care.
Spaces are limited, so register now to secure your spot. Join us for this essential workshop and ensure your practice is ready for the future of Medicare.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Presenters:
Dr April Armstrong is a UWA Graduate of 2008 and completed the six-year undergraduate program as a mature age student and single parent to three daughters. During her student years she provided mentorship to the newly developed post-graduate program, was employed by UWA as a tutor and lab demonstrator and worked as volunteer at the bariatric outpatient’s clinic at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, as well as aiding with fundraising for the Cancer Support program established by Haematologist Dr David Joske. She was nominated for the WA intern of the year in 2009. In 2010 after completing internship, she relocated to Adelaide to complete DRANZCOG training and undertake GP training in Clare. In 2013 she returned to WA moving to Kalgoorlie and opening Collins Street Surgery for which she won the WA Telstra Businesswomen of the year 2015 in the start-up category. This was the catalyst for starting financial literacy education for health professionals.
In 2015 the Business for Doctors group was established to assist Doctors better understand business and finances, and provide them with a means to financial security, this group has grown to support over 50,000 Doctors and 20,000 other health professionals and practice owners in Australia, New Zealand and the UK. April is passionate about the Business of Medicine, ensuring that excellence in patient care is the key outcome of all business decisions. She has published five versions of her MBS Education for General Practice which provides Doctors with compliance and coding education. April has co-authored and edited the book ‘Financial Literacy for Health Professionals which has gathered industry experts’ opinions. She supports and mentors students from the John Flynn Scholarship program and is an advocate for international medical graduates and simplifying their pathway to engagement in the Australian health care system.
April is the Founder and Director of Business for Doctors, BFD Education, BFD Imports, Grow Medical Group, and joint director and owner of BFD Finance.
Dr Clifford Morrison graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2006 completing his MBBS/BMSci. Clifford spent some time doing Emergency Medicine work in rural and regional locations before finding his passion in General Practice. He is a Fellow of the RACGP and has been a GP for over 10 years. Clifford works in two clinics in the South East of Melbourne, in which he is also a practice owner/partner and teacher/supervisor for Registrars. Clifford joined the BFD team in 2024 after having attended several BFD education sessions as well as having the BFD team do a two day session at his clinics. He is passionate about MBS education having seen its benefits on an individual and practice level, allowing GPs to practice not only better medicine but to do so in a MBS compliant and financially viable manner.