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Originally published in On Line Opinion on November 3, 2011

Despite Medicare being introduced in 1984 to provide ‘fair and affordable’ health care to all Australians, many are now faced with extra costs for visits to the doctor, having prescriptions filled and diagnostic referrals such as blood tests and x-rays. New research conducted by The Australia Institute reveals that in total Australians are paying more than $1 billion each year in out-of-pocket expenses for their medical care.

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