Home visits are available to our regular patients on an individual basis via negotiation with their regular Doctor.
However, we do offer Telehealth consulations via the phone for patients who are unable to attend the Surgery.
After hours home visits can be arranged by calling the National Home Doctor on 13 SICK (7425).
Billing Policy
The following fees will apply to patients no longer eligible for bulk billing. Patients will be required to pay the FULL AMOUNT on the day of consultation (payments via credit or debit card only). We will process your Medicare claim instantaneously and the Medicare rebate will be refunded to your account, typically within 24 hours.| Schedule Of Fees | |||
| CONSULT CRITERIA | FULL FEE PAYABLE | MEDICARE REBATE | OUT OF POCKET EXPENSE- in person & phone consult |
| Standard | $61.20 | $41.20 | $20.00 |
| Extended | $99.70 | $79.70 | $20.00 |
| Prolonged | $137.40 | $117.40 | $20.00 |
| After Hours Standard | $73.65 | $53.65 | $20.00 |
| After Hours Extended | $112.00 | $92.00 | $20.00 |
| After Hours Prolonged | $149.00 | $129.00 | $20.00 |
What can’t you claim through Medicare
Certain services can not be claimed through Medicare and will incur a private fee. These services include:
Allied health providers
Allied Health Providers may charge a fee. With a GP Care Plan referral from your doctor you may be entitled to a rebate. Please check with reception staff for further information.
GPs predominantly work in privately owned and operated practices. There are many costs involved in operating a clinic including staff wages, rent and medical equipment, which continue to increase year on year.
Despite the increasing costs of delivering medical services, the Australian Government has not increased the Medicare rebate enough to support your ongoing healthcare.
The graph below shows the difference between the rising costs of living (the top line) and the amount the government invests in your healthcare (bottom line). You will notice that these lines are moving further apart. This is why your GP is now charging a fee.
If you have an emergency please telephone 000 or go to your nearest Emergency Department.
If you require a home visit after hours please call National Home Doctor on 13 SICK (7425). These visits are generally bulk billed.