Fees & Appointment
Fees & Payments
Dee Why Medical Centre is predominantly a private billing practice. Some Doctors are Bulk billing for children under 18 years of age, Disability and DVA Pensioners Card Holders.
Telehealth appointments will be privately charged at $70 for a standard fee (one to two items to discuss). From 15th Nov 2023, Dr Conny Harris will be privately charging patients.
Overseas/Non medicare card holders will incur private fees. Any new patients with Dr Kevin Ng, Dr Robyn Maiolo, Dr Trudi Ambler, Dr David Ross-Smith and Dr Janaki Patel will also incur private fees including saturdays.
Payment is required on the day of the consultation and can be made by cash, EFTPOS or Credit Card (excluding Diners) & HICAPS. All workers compensation, pre medical employment and motor vehicle accident patients are required to pay their accounts at the time of consultation until a letter of liability is produced from their insurance company
Appointments Types
Level
Type
Examples
Short Consultation
up to 6 mins
Usually a simple consult, requiring a repeat script
Standard
Consultation
up to 15 mins
1 or 2 simple issues or a quick procedure such as a throat swab
Long Consultation
up to 30 mins
2 - 3 simple issues or one complex or procedure or comprehensive annual check-ups, GP management or mental health care plans.
Extended Consultation
up to 40 mins
2 - 3 Complex issues or a complex procedure
If you are unsure whether a long appointment is required, please ask one of our friendly receptionists. All private fees are below except for Dr Trudi Ambler. Please ring to enquire for her fees. From 15th February 2024, our fees will increase please see below.
online services
Home Visits
Home visits are available on request for existing patients of the practice with prior arrangement to local area only and these visits are privately billed.
Please call the surgery early in the morning to discuss.
Waiting Times
At times our GPs can be delayed due to urgent or complex issues with patients. We apologies if you are asked to wait and thank you for your patience.
Cancellations
If you are unable to attend an appointment, please contact us to cancel or change your time as a fee may be charged for failure to attend with less than 4 hours notice (not claimable through Medicare).
After Hours
For after hours, please call 0403 956 038
Emergencies
Please call Triple Zero (000) or go to your nearest hospital.
The closest hospital to Dee Why Medical Centre is:
Northern Beaches Hospital
105 Frenchs Forest Road (West), Frenchs Forest NSW 2086
Phone: (02) 9105 5000
nbh@healthscope.com.au
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PRIVATE FEES TABLE 2024
| Days | Consultation Type | Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out of Pocket |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Monday to Friday |
Short |
$50.00 |
$18.20 |
$16.20 |
|
Monday to Friday |
Standard |
$90.00 |
$41.20 |
$38.80 |
|
Monday to Friday |
Long |
$190.00 |
$79.70 |
$55.30 |
|
Monday to Friday |
Extended |
$220.00 |
$113.30 |
$76.70 |
|
Sunday & Public Holidays |
Standard |
$95.00 |
$51.80 |
$43.20 |
|
Telehealth Monday to Saturday |
Standard |
$70.00 |
$41.20 |
$38.80 |
|
Iron Infusion |
Standard |
$180.00 |
$79.70 |
$100.30 |