Fees & Billing

? Fees & Billing

Bulk Billing Available for Medicare Card Holders

At Doctors of Coburg North, we bulk bill eligible Medicare card holders for standard consultations.

This means there is no out-of-pocket cost for most routine GP consultations covered under Medicare.

Some procedures or non-Medicare services may still attract a fee, which will be discussed with you prior to your consultation.

? Standard Consultations

Most routine consultations are bulk billed for Medicare card holders, including:

• General medical concerns
• Prescription requests
• Referrals
• Follow-up reviews
• Common illnesses

If you are eligible under Medicare, there is usually no cost for these visits.

?? Long Consultations

Long consultations may be required for:

• Multiple or complex health issues
• Chronic disease management
• Mental health care plans
• Health assessments
• Detailed medical reviews

These consultations are generally bulk billed for Medicare patients where clinically appropriate.

? Children & Concession Patients

We prioritise accessible healthcare for:

• Children
• Pensioners
• Concession card holders

These patients are generally bulk billed for eligible consultations.

? Non-Bulk Billed Services

Some services are not covered by Medicare and may attract a fee, such as:

• Insurance or employment medicals
• Certain medical forms and reports
• Some procedures (e.g. cosmetic or non-rebatable items)
• Any non-Medicare eligible services

Our reception team will advise you if a fee applies before your consultation.

? Payment Information

If a fee applies, payment is required on the day of consultation.

We accept:

• EFTPOS
• Credit card
• Cash (if applicable)

? Important Information

While we bulk bill eligible Medicare consultations, fees may still apply depending on:

• Type of service
• Clinical complexity
• Medicare eligibility rules

If you are unsure, please contact our reception team before your appointment.

? Additional Billing Information

Some services provided at or through our clinic may have separate billing arrangements, including:

• Pathology services
• Allied health services
• External specialist services

Please speak with reception if you are unsure whether a service is covered under Medicare or attracts a separate fee.

? Non-Attendance (Did Not Attend) Fee

If you are unable to attend your scheduled appointment, we kindly ask that you provide sufficient notice to allow us to offer the appointment to another patient.

Patients who do not attend their appointment and do not provide reasonable notice will be charged a:

Non-Attendance Fee: $50 (GST inclusive)

This fee is not rebatable through Medicare and must be paid in full prior to your next appointment.

? TAC (Transport Accident Commission) Patients

We offer direct billing for eligible TAC patients.

For TAC billing to be processed, the following conditions must be met:

• TAC has accepted full liability
• Any excess payments (if applicable) have been met
• A valid TAC claim number is provided at the time of consultation

If these conditions are not met, standard billing arrangements may apply.

? WorkCover Patients

We offer direct billing for approved WorkCover patients.

To process WorkCover billing, the following is required:

• WorkCover has accepted liability for your claim
• A valid WorkCover claim number is provided

If claim details are not available or liability is not accepted, alternative billing arrangements may apply.

? Overseas Students (OSHC)

We provide direct billing for eligible overseas students with valid OSHC cover.

We accept the following insurance providers:

• AHM
• Medibank Private
• Allianz Care
• NIB

Please bring your OSHC card and membership details to your appointment.

? Important Information

We are committed to providing clear and transparent billing practices.

If you have any questions regarding fees, eligibility, or insurance coverage, our reception team will be happy to assist you prior to your appointment.

? Need Help?

Our reception team is happy to assist with:

• Bulk billing eligibility
• Appointment types
• Medicare questions
• Service fees (if applicable)

? Book an Appointment

We welcome new and existing patients.

? Book Online Now
? Call Reception
? Visit the Clinic

? Thank You

We appreciate your ongoing support and look forward to continuing to provide high-quality, community-focused healthcare.