In partnership with Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise (TSBE), Darling Downs and West Moreton PHN is proud to present the GP Business Series.
This workshop series is designed to support the region's general practice owners, other primary health businesses and individuals looking to establish their own practice.
In-person: TSBE Toowoomba, 6 Ann St Toowoomba City 4350.
Online: via Microsoft Teams, with recordings to be made available below.
Schedule
Tuesday, 29 April 2026: Law and Order in Your Practice
Presenter: CG Law
Intellectual Property Law
Understand how your clinic’s name, logo, and reputation are valuable business assets. Learn how to protect your brand, trademarks, and creative materials including copyright in written paraphernalia — and avoid common ownership mistakes that can cost you time and money. Being aware of the importance of research outputs and of the intellectual property rights attaching to those outputs is also essential.
Privacy Law and Data Breach Obligations
With sensitive patient information at the heart of every medical practice, compliance with the Privacy Act and the Mandatory Data Breach Notification Scheme is more crucial than ever. Ben will guide you through practical steps to ensure your clinic meets its obligations and manages breaches effectively. Ben will also address likely future reforms based on the EU leading practice in this area of law, including the right to be forgotten and what that might mean for Australian medical practices.
Business Structures and Governance
Every practice - large or small - relies on sound business structures and governance frameworks. Gain clarity on how to choose and maintain the right legal business structure, manage risk, and align decision‑making with long‑term success.
TBC June 2026: MBS Billing
Presenter: Better Billing
Maximising Medicare Rebates
Learn how to identify under-utilised item numbers and ensure correct billing to improve practice revenue.
Common Billing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Reduce the risk of audits and compliance issues by understanding frequent billing errors.
Chronic Disease Management and MBS Opportunities
Explore how to use care plans and health assessments effectively.
Billing for Nurses
Discover how to integrate nurse-led billing to enhance patient care and practice income.
Updates and Changes to the MBS
Stay informed about the latest Medicare updates and how they impact your practice.
TBC August 2026: Growth and innovation in healthcare business
Presenter: Medihost Solutions
- Adopting AI in your business
- Scaling a health business
- Partnering with other health professionals
- Telehealth and digital transformation opportunities
- Future trends in healthcare business
TBC October 2026: Leadership and team management
- Recruiting and retaining staff
- Effective leadership and communication skills
- Creating a positive workplace culture
- Managing difficult patient and conflict resolution
TBC February 2027: Medicare Billing
Presenter: Better Billing
Maximising Medicare Rebates
Learn how to identify under-utilised item numbers and ensure correct billing to improve practice revenue.
Common Billing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Reduce the risk of audits and compliance issues by understanding frequent billing errors.
Chronic Disease Management and MBS Opportunities
Explore how to use care plans and health assessments effectively.
Billing for Nurses
Discover how to integrate nurse-led billing to enhance patient care and practice income.
Updates and Changes to the MBS
Stay informed about the latest Medicare updates and how they impact your practice.
TBC April 2027: Marketing and patient engagement
- Branding your practice and defining your value proposition
- Digital Marketing (social media, SEO, website essentials)
- Patient retention and communication strategies
- Managing online reviews and reputation
TBC June 2027: Operations and practice management
- Efficient clinic workflow and appointment scheduling
- Managing suppliers, inventory and equipment
- Business continuity and risk management
