New Fees
Fees
Diggers Rest Medical Centre’s first priority is our patients. Our doctors have our patient’s best interests in mind at all times.
From the 1st July 2023 consultations and procedures will be privately billed.
Out-of-pocket fees
Will apply for consultations, except for the following patient groups who will continue to be bulk billed
• Children 15 years and under and aged pension card holders (New patients will be privately billed for the first visit).
• DVA Gold card holders.
• Chronic disease care plans, health assessments.
• Government funded immunisations.
Saturday Appointments
All patients will be privately billed. Aged Pensioner card holders and children 15 years and under will be charged a discounted rate. Please check with the billing policy or call reception to discuss.
• Chronic Disease Care plans, health assessments & Government-funded immunisation appointments will be bulk billed
Phone Consultations
Due to restrictions to Medicare rules, we are only able to offer phone consultations to existing patients who have attended the clinic for a face-to-face consultation in the past 12 months. Some exemptions do apply. To check for eligibility call and speak to reception.
Payment is expected to be paid after the consultation. Payable by credit card over the phone.
Workcover/TAC
If your consultation relates to a Workcover or TAC claim your visit will need to be paid on the day. We will provide you with an invoice which can be used to claim back from your employer, insurance company or TAC.
Failing to Attend
A non-attendance fee of $33.00 will apply to patients who book and do not attend an appointment. To avoid this please reschedule beforehand by calling the clinic or changing your appointment online through HealthEngine, a minimum of 2 hours before your appointment.
Fees are Payable at the time of consultation
Fees are payable by cash, credit card or EFTPOS. Accounts are unfortunately not able to be given. Accounts will need to be settled at the time of consultation, otherwise an administration fee of $10.00 will apply. Our practice is equipped with TYRO and Medicare Online. These facilities allow the surgery to directly lodge your receipt for Medicare refunds, saving time for patients. Please ask receptionists for any information regarding these rebate options, as well as private fees.
For more information, please call us on 03 9012 7301