Retirement resources for doctors
Relevant resources for doctors who are thinking of retiring or have retired
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Completing a death certificate
The medical certificate of cause of death (MCCD) or death certificate is an important legal document. This factsheet and attached flow charts will outline the specific responsibilities for your state.
Recommendations for patient communication via telephone and text message
The use of text messages is becoming routine in many clinical environments. This factsheet outlines best practice to ensure effective communication and that privacy is protected.
Should you hold personal life insurance inside or outside your superannuation fund?
The gift giver: is it okay to accept a patient’s gift?
When patients offer gifts, is accepting okay? Avant guides doctors to navigate ethical concerns, professional boundaries, and best practices.
Busting nine life insurance myths
Harsh penalties for unauthorised access to medical records
Receiving a complaint from Ahpra
The first you may know of a patient complaint is when you receive a letter from either Ahpra or a health complaints entity. In this 5 minute video Lauren Antonini, Solicitor at Avant, outlines what you should do if you receive a formal complaint and offers advice to help you prepare.
Shared debt recovery
Learn how the Shared Debt Recovery Scheme allows Medicare debts to be divided between doctors and practices and key steps to protect yourself.