Ep 70: How To Make Universal Bulk Billing Work (Without Burning Out)

Bulk billing got you rattled? In this episode, Dr Sachin Patel and Dr Todd Cameron turn the tables on the November 1 bulk billing changes and ask: What if you built a clinic model that actually thrives under universal bulk billing, without six-minute medicine, without burnout, and with 10 weeks off a year?Dr Sachin lays out a rocks-first appointment architecture (CCMPs, health assessments, DMMRs, then consults), while Dr Todd stress-tests the numbers for an MMM1 metro clinic: 4 days a week, ~30 patients/day, 42 weeks/year, strong continuity, nurse-led systems, tight MBS compliance - netting attractive GP earnings and a sustainably paced job.If you’re a Practice Owner who wants a calmer, more profitable clinic that still delivers exceptional access and preventative care, this is your blueprint. Learn how to curate your patient panel, operationalise nurse-driven care, and turn “threat” into opportunity (plus practical steps to get your team on board!).In this episode of the Scale My Clinic Podcast, you’ll learn:How to design your day in reverse to avoid six-minute medicine and fatigue (03:09)Planning your leave up-front and collaborating on coverage to protect continuity (07:15)How to curate a 1,000-patient panel with mutual commitment to drive outcomes and revenue (09:47)Why continuity beats volume for revenue and sanity (15:29)The numbers stack in MMM1 with a 4-day week so billings and pace remain sustainable (21:01)Why nurse-led systems + MBS rigour should be non-negotiable (24:04)Watch the Practice Success Blueprint TrainingThe proven roadmap GP Owners use to grow profits, reclaim time, strengthen teams, and protect their legacy: https://smc.expert/practice-success-blueprint-pc.....P.S. Whenever you're ready, here are three ways we can help you grow your General Practice without burning out:1. Get the Blueprint: Watch the free Practice Success Blueprint Training, the proven roadmap Owners use to grow profit, reclaim time, build trusted teams, and protect legacy. Watch Training Now2. Sharpen Your Skills: Join one of our regular live workshops. Practical, proven tactics for recruitment, team performance, and profit tailored to Owners juggling it all. Click to Register3. Ask Your Toughest Practice Question: Post your toughest Practice question in the SGPO Facebook Group and get answers from us + 1,000 Owners who 'get it.' Click hereMissed the previous Episode?Listen to Episode 69 here: The 60-Consult Myth: Work Smarter, Not Harder in Your Clinic