Regrettably, due to rising costs and tighter Government restrictions, we will become a fully private billing practice from 1 February 2023.
We will no longer bulk bill consultations, however, concession card holders will be charged a lower rate. This change will allow us to continue to provide a high quality service to our patients.
Your rebate is fixed by the Federal Government and has not increased despite rising costs.
Lower fees apply to concession card (Health Care Card and Pension Card) holders. Reduced fees do not apply to Commonwealth Seniors Health Care Card holders.
Telephone/Telehealth Consultations
Fees are the same as ‘in-person’ consultations. To qualify for a Medicare rebate, you must have had an ‘in-person’ consultation within the last 12 months. Telephone/Telehealth consultations can now only be used for shorter consultations (note: this is a Federal Government requirement).
Exceptions
- No out of pocket fees will apply for chronic health care plans, health assessments and home medication reviews.
- DVA Gold Card holders will be bulk billed at all times.
Additional fees for procedures and consumables, where applicable, are charged in addition of consultation fees.
Payments
Thank you for prompt payment of all accounts on the day of consultation. No cash or cheques will be accepted – please use your credit or debit card.
- We can lodge your Medicare claim on your behalf at the time of payment. Medicare will deposit the rebate directly into your bank account.
- If you do not hold a Medicare Card, you will not be entitled to a Medicare Rebate (note: Government policy).
- Workcover or TAC cases – please settle your account on the day of consultation. You will be reimbursed by your employer or TAC.
- International visitors – please settle your account on the day of consultation. We will issue you a receipt which you can use to claim from your private insurer.
Please speak to our Reception team for more information
