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Payment
for consultation
This
is not a bulk billing practice so a "gap" payment will be required
in addition to the Medicare rebate. The preferred payment option
is payment at the time of consultation by either cheque or credit
card (MC VC BC). A receipt will be issued at the time of payment
to enable you to obtain a prompt refund directly from Medicare.
If you are a pensioner, health-care card holder or have concerns
regarding payments please discuss payment options with the doctor
or staff.
Private
Health Insurance
If you have private hospital insurance you can be admitted to a
private hospital or a public hospital as a private patient. It is
important to contact your health fund prior to admission to confirm
that you are covered and obtain details of costs that will not be
covered. It is not advisable to be admitted to a private hospital
without health insurance.
Communication
with your doctor
After every medical consultation your general practitioner and other
specialists involved in your care will receive a letter outlining
the details of the consultation including blood tests, results of
investigation and changes to your medications. If at any time you
require a second opinion, another suitable qualified specialist
can be recommended and your medical details promptly passed on.
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