Doctors seek extension to nurse rebate.

Provides information on "The Development of the Role for Nurses in General Practice" discussion paper developed by the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) regarding the role of nurses. Expansion of the role of nurses on chronic disease management and health education urged by ADGP; Issues on the service enhancement for practice nurses included in the discussion paper; Opposition from the Australian Medical Association regarding the initiative of ADGP.