Fees
Fees charged by this clinic are mostly based on recommendations of the Australian Medical Association (AMA). Full payment is requested on the day of consultation. A Medicare rebate applies to each consultation or procedure. A gap payment may be incurred and this will vary with the individual doctor and the complexity of the service provided.
| Consultation | Fee | Medicare rebate | Out of pocket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard consultationIncluding telehealth consultations | $111 | $45.05 | $65.95 |
| Long consultation | $208 | $87.10 | $120.90 |
The out-of-pocket column is the fee less the Medicare rebate. It is not published by most practices and it is the number people actually want.
- Credit cards are accepted and EFTPOS is available. There is a credit card surcharge of 1.7% for transactions — to avoid surcharges, use an EFTPOS card or cash.
- If you are experiencing financial hardship, please discuss this with your doctor.
- Department of Veterans’ Affairs cardholders — accounts will be sent to DVA.
- Please bring your concession entitlement card and Medicare card to all consultations.
- Fees may vary depending on the doctor. Saturday fees may vary — please ring (08) 8373 3337 for further information.
- Fees charged by other health professionals (for example X-rays, blood tests, specialists) may incur a charge. Patients are encouraged to obtain their own information regarding these fees, or ask our reception team for assistance.
Cancellations
To avoid incurring a cancellation fee of $111, please cancel your appointment at least four hours in advance if you are unable to keep it.