Govt open to reviewing GP freeze: Turnbull

Malcolm Turnbull insists the government is open to reviewing the controversial freeze on Medicare rebate for GPs that almost cost the coalition the 2016 election.

The prime minister told parliament on Monday Health Minister Greg Hunt was in discussions with the Australian Medical Association and colleges as to how it could be achieved.

The freeze, which pauses rebates for standard GP visits at $37 until 2020, has angered doctors who warn patients will be forced to pay more to see a doctor as a result.