GP Funding Crisis: Report Reveals PHOs Are Siphoning Off Health Budget
2025-03-25
RNZ
An independent report has exposed a funding imbalance in the healthcare system, where primary health organisations (PHOs) are taking a large share of the budget, leaving general practitioners (GPs) with limited resources. This top-heavy approach is affecting the quality of care provided by GPs, highlighting the need for a review of the current funding model. With healthcare spending on the rise, it's essential to ensure that funds are allocated efficiently, prioritising frontline services and primary care. Key issues include health funding, primary health care, and healthcare reform.
