Dear valued patients,
We hope this message finds you in good health. At our clinic, we are committed to providing you with the highest quality healthcare services. As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the patient experience, we want to inform you about upcoming changes to our consultation fees, effective from November 1st, 2023.
New Consultation Fees:
Consultation Type Private Fee Medicare Cardholders(Rebate) Out of Pocket
Standard Consultation $80 $41.20 $38.80
Long Consultation $120 $79.70 $40.30
Prolonged Consultation $155 $117.40 $37.60
Bulk Billing for Eligible Patients:
We understand that healthcare costs can be a concern for some patients. Therefore, we are pleased to continue offering bulk billing for the following groups:
– Concession cardholders
– Pensioners
– Children under 16 years of age
– STD Checks
For these eligible patients, you will have zero out-of-pocket expenses for regular consultations. We are committed to ensuring that quality healthcare remains accessible to everyone in our community.
Medicare Rebate Information:
Please note that the Medicare rebate amount you receive may vary based on the items billed by the GP during your consultation. If you have any questions or would like more information regarding your Medicare rebate, we encourage you to have a discussion with your GP or reach out to our helpful receptionist.
We appreciate your continued trust in our clinic for your healthcare needs. These fee adjustments are essential to maintain the high standards of care and service that you expect from us.
Thank you for being a part of our community, and we look forward to serving you with these changes in place. If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
The Management Team
Fitzroy North Doctors