Become an ASA Registered Practice Manager
Why choose membership with the Australian Society of Anaesthetists?
Strengthen your anaesthetic practice with practical support, professional development and connection with peers who understand your role.
ASA Registered Practice Manager membership supports the people responsible for managing anaesthetic practices, helping you build confidence in practice operations, billing, compliance and day-to-day management.
Who can join the Australian Society of Anaesthetists as a Registered Practice Manager Member?
Practice managers responsible for an anaesthetic practice in Australia may apply with the support of an ASA financial Ordinary Member or Provisional Fellow associated with the practice.
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Why Choose ASA Membership?
Access the billing guidance, practice support and professional network you need to manage an anaesthetic practice with confidence.
Managing an anaesthetic practice involves complex billing, compliance, communication and day-to-day operational responsibilities. ASA Registered Practice Manager membership provides practical support, professional development and connection with peers who understand the demands of your role.
Exclusive Benefits of ASA Membership
- Billing and compliance support including access to the RVG app and advice on Medicare compliance issues.
- Professional development through complimentary annual Practice Manager Conference and the ASA Leadership and Communication Online Course Program.
- Practice resources including patient information materials, updates and wellbeing resources.
- A peer network of practice managers working in anaesthesia.
Recent ASA advocacy work
ASA Submission to the ACCC regarding Honeysuckle Health Ltd and nib health funds limited
The ASA has made a submission to the ACCC opposing the proposed re-authorisation of Honeysuckle Health and nib’s collective contracting arrangements. The ASA is concerned that these arrangements could increase insurer market power, reduce competition, limit patient choice, and place further pressure on anaesthetists and other medical specialists. The submission also highlights risks for regional and rural communities, where reduced provider choice and ongoing private service closures may worsen access to timely care. The ASA argues that the claimed public benefits have not been demonstrated and that the ACCC should undertake a fresh assessment based on current market conditions and
ASA responds to proposal to cap specialist medical fees
The Australian Society of Anaesthetists has responded to an article published in the Australian Financial Review on July 12 concerning a proposal to cap medical specialist fees. Read the response from ASA President, Dr Vida Viliunas, 15 July 2026 Background The article notes a proposed amendment to the Australian Labor Party’s National Platform, to be considered at its upcoming National Conference from 23 – 25 July, which seeks to cap medical specialist fees. The article states the proposal is backed by private health insurers and calls on the government to work with private health insurers to crack down on non-GP
ASA response to commentary on Hospital Ownership
The Australian Society of Anaesthetists (ASA) has recently responded to media and stakeholder enquiries concerning anonymous correspondence about our Statement on Private Hospital Ownership, which was made available to ASA members in late May. These responses reflect the policy positions adopted by the ASA following all usual processes and were also informed by independent research, including our recent Specialist Fees and Informed Financial Consent Survey. The ASA’s position is clear. Where ownership interests or other financial arrangements exist, they should be transparent. ASA members are always required to disclose these interests when they are involved in the development of ASA
What our members say
For over 90 years, our community has enhanced the lives and professional journeys of Australian anaesthetists.
Listen to ASA members share their experiences below.