Why the fee?
Medicare has not kept up with rising costs of running a quality Accredited General Practice.
We do not wish to cut corners, or “churn” patients through rapidly.
We put in the time and effort to work with you to provide the best possible health outcomes. This often saves you money in the long run!
Medicare does not cover the full cost of providing you with medical health care.
This is because the rate at which the government have indexed the Medicare Schedule fees has been substantially lower than increases in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and average weekly earnings.
The reality is that Medicare rebates do not cover the cost of providing you with a safe and high-quality service and we are solely owned and the fees we charge must cover all our practice costs.
Billings (as from 19.8.2019)
Private Fee*
| Consultation | Item No | Patient will pay | Medicare Rebate | GAP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quick-Level A (less than 6 minutes) | 3 | $51.00 | $18.95 | $32.05 |
| Brief – Level B (6-19 minutes) | 23 | $88.00 | $41.40 | $46.60 |
| Standard – Level C (20-39 minutes) | 36 | $127.00 | $80.10 | $46.90 |
| Long – Level D (40-59 minutes) | 44 | $165.00 | $118.00 | $47.00 |
| Prolonged – Level E (more than 60 minutes) | 123 | $238.00 | $191.20 | $46.80 |
We BULK BILL all patients under the age of 16 years and over 65 years with a Centrelink Concession Card
Medicare does not cover employment or similar medical examinations, and these will be privately billed.
*Fees subject to change without notice
Intravenous Ferinject (Iron Infusion)
| Upfront Fee | Consultation | Medicare Rebate | Consumables | Patient out of pocket | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private | $153.00 | $78.00 | $38.75 | $75.00 | $114.25 |
| Centrelink | $129.00 | $54.00 | $38.75 | $75.00 | $90.25 |
| Bulk Billed | $120.25 | $45.25 | $38.75 | $75.00 | $81.50 |
For excisions, iron infusions, vaccinations, care plans or if you are unsure please contact reception on 9279 9980.
Missed Appointment Fee
Missed appointments could be an appointment someone else urgently needs.
We ask that you cancel your appointment if you are unable to attend or no longer require it.
Missed appointments may incur a fee, and no further appointments will be available until this fee is paid. This fee is not eligible for a Medicare rebate.