MMA welcomes GP fee revision, but RM10 minimum 'disappointing'

Hariz MohdPublished: Oct 10, 2025 8:58 PM

BUDGET 2026 | The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has expressed mixed feelings towards Putrajaya’s proposal to revise the fee structure for private general practitioners (GPs).

On one hand, the professional body welcomed the move - the first in 17 years - which will allow GPs to charge up to RM80 for consultation, compared to its current RM50 cap.

On the other hand, MMA said it is disappointed with...

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