The distribution priority area (dpa) classification identifies locations in australia with a shortage of general practitioner (gp) services. The health workforce locator shows you which health workforce classifications and incentives apply in different areas of australia. Australians and their gps in dozens of communities around australia will soon get more support from medicare, with larger bulk billing incentives or a wider pool of doctors to.
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Dpa status updates medical practices can request a review of the dpa status of their gp catchment if exceptional circumstances are affecting access to services.