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4월 15일

Fixing Private Hospital Funding with a Private National Efficient Price

Health economist James Downie joins Dr Katharine Bassett to examine how legacy funding models, workforce shortages, and fragmented care pathways are structurally driving inefficiency across Australian healthcare. Chapters (00:00) Intro (01:12) The private hospital viability crisis (04:35) Why current pricing models are failing (07:58) What a Private National Efficient Price would do (11:22) Transparency vs market dynamics (14:46) The role of DRGs in pricing standardisation (18:05) Negotiating with insurers under a benchmark model (21:30) Public vs private system alignment (24:10) What happens without reform -- Follow the show: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthmattersaus YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@healthmattersaus Health Matters is an Amplieo Original podcast produced by Amplieo Media Group and presented by Catholic Health Australia. Subscribe to Amplieo+ to unlock members-only content for the show : https://amplieo.substack.com/s/in-the... Learn more about Amplieo ➡️ https://www.amplieo.com

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25분
2025. 12. 19.

What the Opposition’s Health Policy Agenda Means for Medicare and Care Reform

Health policy sits at the centre of Australia’s most pressing political and economic debates, spanning Medicare sustainability, bulk billing, aged care reform, and the future of the NDIS. As cost-of-living pressures intensify and scrutiny of government policy increases, the Opposition is positioning health as a defining issue for voters and the system alike. In this conversation, Dr Katharine Bassett is joined by Anne Ruston, Shadow Minister for Health and Aged Care, Disability and the NDIS, to outline the Opposition’s approach to healthcare reform. The discussion explores policy priorities, system pressures, and how alternative frameworks could reshape access, affordability, and sustainability across care sectors. Topics covered - Medicare and bulk billing reform pressures - Aged care policy priorities and system capacity - Long-term sustainability of the NDIS - Health policy and cost-of-living pressures - Political accountability and policy alternatives 📥 JOIN Amplieo+ on Substack for early access to episodes, exclusive videos, and bonus content: https://amplieo.substack.com LEARN more about Amplieo: https://www.amplieo.com 📲 FOLLOW Amplieo on socials LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/amplieo Instagram: https://instagram.com/amplieo YouTube: https://youtube.com/@amplieo Get full access to Amplieo at amplieo.substack.com/subscribe

2025. 12. 19.

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14분
2025. 12. 18.

They key to unlocking Australia’s MedTech future with Ian Burgess

Australia’s medical technology sector is at a tipping point. From digital health breakthroughs to sovereign manufacturing ambitions, medtech is poised to reshape how care is delivered—if the right policies are in place. In this episode of Health in Focus, Ian Burgess, CEO of the Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA), joins us to unpack the sector’s biggest opportunities and challenges. From modernising outdated reimbursement systems to fixing the Prescribed List and building a stronger local ecosystem, Ian explains what needs to happen for Australia to lead in health innovation. 📥 JOIN Amplieo+ on Substack for early access to episodes, exclusive videos, and bonus content: https://amplieo.substack.com LEARN more about Amplieo: https://www.amplieo.com 📲 FOLLOW Amplieo on socials LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/amplieo Instagram: https://instagram.com/amplieo YouTube: https://youtube.com/@amplieo Get full access to Amplieo at amplieo.substack.com/subscribe

2025. 12. 18.

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13분
2025. 12. 18.

Understanding Queensland’s Health Budget: Is it a crisis or cure? – with Mark Bailey MP

Ambulance ramping, staff burnout, growing surgical waitlists—Queensland’s health system is under pressure. In the wake of the state budget, which promises big capital investments, is it enough to deliver meaningful change? In this episode of Health in Focus, Shadow Health Minister Hon Mark Bailey MP joins us to unpack what the budget gets right—and what’s missing. From rural health equity to performance measures and private sector integration, we explore what truly matters for better patient outcomes in Queensland. 📥 JOIN Amplieo+ on Substack for early access to episodes, exclusive videos, and bonus content: https://amplieo.substack.com LEARN more about Amplieo: https://www.amplieo.com 📲 FOLLOW Amplieo on socials LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/amplieo Instagram: https://instagram.com/amplieo YouTube: https://youtube.com/@amplieo Get full access to Amplieo at amplieo.substack.com/subscribe

2025. 12. 18.

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13분
2025. 12. 19.

Why Australia’s Health System Must Shift From Acute Care to Productivity

Australia’s healthcare system is showing clear signs of strain, from hospital ramping and GP access delays to aged care waitlists. According to the Business Council of Australia, these pressures are not isolated failures but symptoms of a system designed for a different era. With chronic disease rising and workforce capacity tightening, reform is increasingly framed as an economic and productivity imperative.In this conversation, Rohan Mead explains the Business Council of Australia’s blueprint for a healthier and more productive nation. Drawing on the BCA’s analysis, the discussion explores how health system design, funding models, and technology adoption must evolve to better meet contemporary health needs and economic realities. Topics covered - Why acute-care models no longer match population health needs - Chronic and non-communicable disease as the central reform challenge - Breaking down silos across Commonwealth and state systems - Linking funding to outcomes rather than activity - Technology, data, and consumer empowerment in care delivery STAY CONNECTED: 🤝 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/amplieo 📺 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@amplieo 📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/amplieo Get full access to Amplieo at amplieo.substack.com/subscribe

2025. 12. 19.

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11분
2025. 12. 18.

Shaping the Future of Health for Older Australians | Patricia Sparrow

How do we build a system that meets their unique needs and ensures dignity, care, and inclusion as we age? In this episode of Health in Focus, Patricia Sparrow, CEO of COTA Australia, joins us to discuss how the organisation is driving change in aged care, health, and social inclusion. From gender-responsive care to aged care reform and election priorities, we explore what’s needed to shape a system that supports ageing with dignity. Get full access to Amplieo at amplieo.substack.com/subscribe

2025. 12. 18.

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5분
2025. 12. 18.

Why Australia must treat health spending as an investment, not a cost

Australia’s health system delivers world-class care, yet its long-term sustainability is under strain from chronic disease, workforce shortages, and rising costs. Professor Steve Robson argues that without a decisive shift towards prevention and a whole-of-government approach to health, policy settings will continue to reward treatment over long-term wellbeing, undermining equity, productivity, and economic resilience. Chapters (00:00) - Intro(01:16) - Why prevention must become the system’s central priority(02:26) - Health as an economic investment, not a budgetary cost(04:36) - Funding models, incentives, and the limits of health portfolios(06:26) - Social determinants, silos, and whole-of-government reform(06:52) - What Australia can learn from international health systems(08:04) - The real role of AI and technology in healthcare delivery(12:08) - Election-year priorities and the politics of prevention 📥 JOIN Amplieo+ on Substack for early access to episodes, exclusive videos, and bonus content: https://amplieo.substack.com LEARN more about Amplieo: https://www.amplieo.com 📲 FOLLOW Amplieo on socialsLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/amplieoInstagram: https://instagram.com/amplieoYouTube: https://youtube.com/@amplieo Get full access to Amplieo at amplieo.substack.com/subscribe

2025. 12. 18.

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13분
2025. 12. 18.

The Power of Medical Software in Healthcare

Behind the scenes, pathology services provide critical information that guides diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. But do we truly understand its role and importance? In this episode of Health in Focus, Liesel Wett OAM, CEO of Australian Pathology, joins us to explore the impact of pathology on patient care. We discuss the lessons learned from COVID-19, the challenges of bulk-billing, and the policy changes needed to strengthen this vital service. 📥 JOIN Amplieo+ on Substack for early access to episodes, exclusive videos, and bonus content: https://amplieo.substack.com LEARN more about Amplieo: https://www.amplieo.com 📲 FOLLOW Amplieo on socials LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/amplieo Instagram: https://instagram.com/amplieo YouTube: https://youtube.com/@amplieo Get full access to Amplieo at amplieo.substack.com/subscribe

2025. 12. 18.

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8분
2025. 12. 19.

Why Retirement Living Is Becoming a Core Health Policy Lever

Australia’s ageing population is forcing governments to rethink how health, housing, and ageing policy intersect. Retirement living is increasingly viewed not just as a lifestyle option, but as a preventative health lever that can support healthy ageing, reduce pressure on hospitals and aged care, and improve system efficiency. The challenge is whether policy settings recognise its role. In this conversation, Dr Katharine Bassett is joined by Shane Martin, Director at Nexus Public Affairs, to unpack what retirement living actually means in the Australian context. The discussion clarifies how retirement living differs from aged care, and why governments should consider it as part of a broader healthy ageing strategy. Topics covered - Retirement living versus aged care: key distinctions - Healthy ageing and preventative health outcomes - Reducing pressure on hospitals and residential aged care - Retirement living’s role in housing and planning policy - Why policy frameworks lag emerging ageing models SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: 🎧 Watch the Health in Focus podcast on Spotify STAY CONNECTED: 🤝 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/amplieo 📺 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@amplieo 📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/amplieo Get full access to Amplieo at amplieo.substack.com/subscribe

2025. 12. 19.

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11분
2025. 12. 18.

What's Needed To Reform Private Health Insurance

Australia’s private health system is critical to national healthcare—handling around two-thirds of elective surgeries and relieving pressure on the public system. But with outdated policies and growing inefficiencies, reform is urgently needed. In this episode of Health in Focus, former PHI executive and an expert, Justin James, discusses how Australia reached this breaking point, the most urgent areas for reform, and why aligning funding with preventive care is key to sustainability. 📥 JOIN Amplieo+ on Substack for early access to episodes, exclusive videos, and bonus content: https://amplieo.substack.com LEARN more about Amplieo: https://www.amplieo.com 📲 FOLLOW Amplieo on socials LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/amplieo Instagram: https://instagram.com/amplieo YouTube: https://youtube.com/@amplieo Get full access to Amplieo at amplieo.substack.com/subscribe

2025. 12. 18.

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Fixing Private Hospital Funding with a Private National Efficient Price

What the Opposition’s Health Policy Agenda Means for Medicare and Care Reform

They key to unlocking Australia’s MedTech future with Ian Burgess

Understanding Queensland’s Health Budget: Is it a crisis or cure? – with Mark Bailey MP

Why Australia’s Health System Must Shift From Acute Care to Productivity

Shaping the Future of Health for Older Australians | Patricia Sparrow

Why Australia must treat health spending as an investment, not a cost

The Power of Medical Software in Healthcare

Why Retirement Living Is Becoming a Core Health Policy Lever

What's Needed To Reform Private Health Insurance

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