"Your privacy at risk" - Government attacks patient privacy

Special thank you to doctors and practice managers

This resounding success is due in no small part to those hundreds of doctors and practice managers who went to considerable effort to complete the AMA petition.

The final petition registered almost 10,000 signatures from patients across the country.

This was a powerful indication to Government of the depth of concern about the proposed legislation.

It’s a great example of what can be achieved with a unified voice.

Many thanks once again to all of those participated.

 

Francis Sullivan
Secretary General

 "Your privacy at risk" - President's introduction to Senate evidence

Introductory remarks to the Senate Community Affairs Committee’s Inquiry into Compliance Audits on Medicare Benefits. Read more...

"Your privacy at risk" - Big brother on patient privacy

Legislation set to be passed by the Federal Government will compel doctors to hand over confidential patient details to government administrative officers on demand.

The proposed legislation will mean doctors can no longer guarantee the privacy of any consultation. Read more...

"Your privacy at risk" - Frequently Asked Questions

Does Medicare Australia have the power to see patient details now?

Will I be told know when Medicare is accessing my patient record, including the details they have seen? Read more...

"Your privacy at risk" - What cost patient privacy

Your privacy is being sold for less than one dollar per Australian per year. Click here to...

"Your privacy at risk" – what can you do about it?

"Your privacy at risk" - Petition

Please print and encourage patients to sign. Once complete please send (before 30 June 09) to Kirk Coningham at PO Box 6090 Kingston ACT 2604. 

"Your privacy at risk" - download A4 poster 

If you would like a colour copy of "Your privacy at risk" poster please call 1300 133 655 or email memberservices@ama.com.au

Click here to download the AMA Submission to the Senate Committee on Medicare Audits 

 

 

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