bulk bill
In Australia, 'bulk billing' allows patients to receive medical services without out-of-pocket costs, as the provider charges the government directly.
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Definition
C1Australian Healthcare
(technical, formal)A payment arrangement where a healthcare provider charges the government directly, covering the full cost of the service without requiring payment from the patient.
Example
- The doctor decided to bulk bill the consultation, so the patient didn't have to pay anything.
- Many general practitioners in Australia offer bulk billing to make healthcare more accessible.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "bulk bill":
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