Medicubes

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Chris, Kim, and Riwka are joined by Jess White (Chief Technology Officer at Best Practice) and Bec Bland (Assistant Director of Partnerships, Commercial at Best Practice) to discuss the upcoming changes to the Medicare Assignment of Benefit (AOB) process. Providing a clear overview of what Medicare AOB is, why these legislative changes are being implemented, and...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Riwka and Kim are joined by Nick Adams, Chief Operating Officer, and Sean Fincham, Chief Financial Officer at Cubiko, to discuss Cubiko Calculate, a solution designed to streamline the calculation and distribution of service fees between practices and practitioners in general practice settings. They explore how Cubiko Calculate addresses common challenges in ser...

First episode back for 2026! In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Kim and Riwka speak with Alison Miller, Practice Manager of McKid Medical, about strategies to optimise the nursing workforce and expand nurse-led services in primary care. Discussing practical innovations and lessons learned from implementing nurse-driven care models across multiple clinic sites. Key Points: Nurse Specialisation: Nu...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Chris and Kim are joined by Sarah Bartholomeusz, founder and principal of You Legal, to discuss current privacy reforms and their impact on primary care practices in Australia. Providing a clear overview of the recent changes to the Privacy Act, including the introduction of the Privacy Legislation Other Amendment Act (Polar), and why it is important for practic...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Chris and Riwka speak with Dan Stinton, CEO and Managing Director of HealthEngine, about recent developments in Australia’s largest healthcare provider marketplace and the evolving landscape of digital health technology for medical practices. Key Points: Health Engine’s Expansion: Now servicing general practice, dental, allied specialists, and pharmacy, with mor...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Chris and Riwka are joined by Louise Riley, Bianca McCulloch, Jacob Grooby, and Alexis Mohay from the Department of Health and Aged Care to discuss the latest changes to bulk billing and the launch of the Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program (BBPIP). The panel addresses common questions from registered practices, clarifying the practical and administrative im...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Chris, Riwka, and Kim continue their conversation with Jo Winwood, focusing on social prescribing, aged care, and early intervention in primary care. Providing a clear explanation of social prescribing, its origins in the UK, and how it relates to the broader concept of holistic, person-centred care.  Key Points: Social Prescribing Defined: Social prescribi...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Riwka, Kim, and Chris are joined by Jo Winwood, Associate Director of Healthy Living and Ageing at Healthy North Coast. Discussing aged care in Australia, recent reforms driven by the Royal Commission, and the practical implications for general practice teams and their elderly patients. Key Points: Jo’s Background: Jo’s transition from the corporate sector into...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Riwka and Kim are joined by guest Anne Fidler to discuss Australia’s new national lung cancer screening programme and its implications for general practice. Discussing the programme’s eligibility criteria, key statistics regarding lung cancer incidence and mortality, and the stigma faced by people with a current or past history of smoking. Anne shares her person...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Kim and Riwka are joined by Dr Chris Bollen (Adelaide GP and Director of Bollen Health) and Jane Bollen (Primary Health Care Nurse Consultant) to discuss healthy ageing, focusing on primary care strategies for supporting muscle health, preventing frailty, and promoting independence from age 40 onwards. Exploring the importance of addressing muscle health proacti...

In this episode of Medicubes, Chris, Riwka, Kim are joined live at the Best Practice Summit 2025 by Craig Hodges (CEO, Best Practice), Janice Tan (GM of Clinical at Bupa), Steven Kaye (GP and RACGP committee member), Jaspreet Saini (GP and Chief Medical Officer, HotDoc), and Kylie Payne (CEO, Interconnect Healthcare). The panel explores the primary care landscape, with a focus on technology-enable...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Kim, Chris, and Riwka are joined by Melissa Freeman, Managing Director and Lead Nurse at Port Macquarie's Wound Care Clinic, to discuss the new National Wound Consumables Scheme. Addressing eligibility, access, training requirements, and the anticipated patient and health system benefits associated with this programme. Melissa outlines the historical context beh...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Riwka and Kim are joined by Samuel Johnson, Australian actor and founder of the charity “Love Your Sister”, to discuss the evolving landscape of precision medicine in cancer care and the importance of equitable access for all patients. Samuel shares his personal motivation for advocating precision medicine, detailing his late sister’s experiences with cancer and...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Chris, Riwka, and Kim discuss the recent changes to chronic condition management plans in general practice, with a particular focus on implications for Allied Health professionals. Outlining the transition from the previous GP Management Plan (GPMP) and Team Care Arrangement (TCA) system to the new, single GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (GPCCMP). These cha...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Riwka, Kim, and Chris outline the upcoming changes to chronic disease management and care planning in general practice, focusing on the shift from the traditional CDM (Chronic Disease Management) items to the new GPCCMP (General Practice Chronic Condition Management Plan) items effective 1st July. They target primary care Practice Managers and team members prepa...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Chris and Riwka bring listeners the latest developments from the Digital Health Festival 2025. Speaking with a range of industry representatives. Sharing current trends and practical considerations for practice managers navigating the evolving digital health environment. They note the vast increase in vendors offering AI solutions. Practice managers are advised...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Chris, Riwka, and Kim are joined by Danielle Bancroft, Chief Product Officer at Best Practice and practising pharmacist, to discuss the future of cloud technology in general practice software. They explore what “cloud” means in a primary care context, how it differs from existing on-site servers, and the practical benefits and challenges for practices considerin...

In this episode of Medicubes, join hosts Chris and Riwka for a comprehensive debrief on the Big GP Budget. They are joined by Kelly Chard, a chartered accountant specialising in medical practices, and Bruce Willett, a general practitioner and former RACGP vice president. They delve into the implications of the recent budget announcement for general practices. They discuss major changes, including...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Riwka and Kim are joined by Dr Sarah Mollard, a GP from Five Star Medical Centre and clinical lead at Healthy North Coast. They delve into the topic of palliative care involvement in primary care, particularly the role of nurses. Sharing her insights on shifting perspectives around palliative care, emphasising its importance in enhancing patients’ quality of lif...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Kim, Riwka, and Chris are joined by Dr Cheryl Wilson. Originally from Canada, Dr Wilson has built a remarkable career in sports therapy and medicine, being the first woman in Canada to work as a sports therapist with a professional ice hockey team. Dr Wilson later moved to Australia where she studied at Flinders University and pursued rural general practice and...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Chris, Riwka, and Kim are joined by Michele Blanshard from Magentus Practice Management. Discussing the evolution of practice management software, they focused on Magentus' Genie and Gen2 platforms. Michele shares her insights on the shift from desktop-based systems to cloud-based solutions, highlighting the benefits and challenges associated with this transitio...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Chris, Riwka, and Kim are joined by Dr Maria Boulton, a GP, business owner, and advocate for the medical sector. Dr Boulton shares insights from her extensive experience in managing medical practices and her role in the advocacy for general practice. Discussing the importance of happiness and shared values in her co-owned practice, Family Doctors Plus. Dr Boulto...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Chris, Riwka, and Kim are joined by Dr Jaspreet Saini, Principal GP at Rosedale Medical Practice and Clinic Director at Healthicare. They delve into the topic of personal branding for healthcare professionals, discussing its significance, benefits, and practical implementation in the healthcare industry. Dr Saini shares his insights on how personal branding can...

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Chris and Riwka are joined by Danielle Bancroft, Chief Product Officer at Best Practice Software and a practising pharmacist. Her role in Best Practice involves strategic leadership, understanding customer needs, and balancing these with regulatory requirements. They explore the innovations in healthcare technology, data security, and the evolving role of techno...

In this episode of Medicubes, join hosts Chris and Riwka as they delve into the latest updates on Chronic Disease Management (CDM), which is transitioning to Chronic Care Management (CCM).  Chris and Riwka reviewed the delayed implementation of new CDM/CCM protocols, originally slated for 1 November 2024, now extended to 1 July 2025. Discussing the Department of Health and Aging's rationale b...