Billing Policy
The Barmera Medical Clinic is a private medical practice. We are not a bulk billing practice.
Fees are payable in full immediately following the consultation by Cash, Cheque, EFTPOS or Credit Card.
If you are unable to pay the full fee on the day, please enquire about alternative payment options such as Centre Pay Deductions for those who are receiving a government benefit. In exceptional circumstances, an arrangement can be organised with the Practice Manager.
Please ensure you forward to our Practice any Medicare Cheque that is made payable to your consulting GP as soon as you receive it.
Patients should also be made aware of any consultations that do not attract a government subsidy/rebate. Such as:
· Heavy vehicle driver’s license (commercial) $150.00 plus GST
· Medical Examinations
· Insurance Medicals $500.00 per hour plus GST
· Workcover claims (accounts will be issues to the patient until your claim is accepted by insurance company/workcover).
· Non Medicare card holder consultations and procedures
· Medical Supplies (such as fiberglass plaster/waterproof materials, Respiratory Spacers)
· Fax, photocopy and mail costs
· Did Not Attend Fee – charge for a missed/not cancelled appointment $35.00
Fees are payable in full immediately following the consultation by Cash, Cheque, EFTPOS or Credit Card.
If you are unable to pay the full fee on the day, please enquire about alternative payment options such as Centre Pay Deductions for those who are receiving a government benefit. In exceptional circumstances, an arrangement can be organised with the Practice Manager.
Please ensure you forward to our Practice any Medicare Cheque that is made payable to your consulting GP as soon as you receive it.
Patients should also be made aware of any consultations that do not attract a government subsidy/rebate. Such as:
· Heavy vehicle driver’s license (commercial) $150.00 plus GST
· Medical Examinations
· Insurance Medicals $500.00 per hour plus GST
· Workcover claims (accounts will be issues to the patient until your claim is accepted by insurance company/workcover).
· Non Medicare card holder consultations and procedures
· Medical Supplies (such as fiberglass plaster/waterproof materials, Respiratory Spacers)
· Fax, photocopy and mail costs
· Did Not Attend Fee – charge for a missed/not cancelled appointment $35.00
Current Fees - Please note there will be an increase to Fees from the 1st September 2022
Barmera Medical Clinic Updated Fee’s from 1st July 2023
On the Day (Standard On Call) $86.20 ($41.20 rebate available from Medicare)
On the Day (Long On Call) $124.70 ($79.70 rebate available from Medicare)
Standard Consultation (Prebooked) $76.20 ($41.20 rebate available from Medicare)
Long Consultation (Prebooked) $114.70 ($79.70 rebate available from Medicare)
Complex Appointment (Prebooked) $152.40 ($117.40 rebate available from Medicare)
Telehealth (Prebooked Phone/Video) $76.20 ($41.20 rebate available from Medicare)
Telehealth (On the day Phone/Video) $86.20 ($41.20 rebate available from Medicare)
Skin Clinic Check $129.70 ($79.70 rebate available from Medicare)
Skin Excisions $35.00 GAP charge on excision item
Medical Procedures $35.00
24 Hr Blood Pressure Monitor $65.00
· Additional charge of $10 will apply if account is not settled in full on the day.
· Medical procedures will be charged a medical supplies charge of $35.00. There is no rebate available for this charge.
· Patients who do not hold a current Medicare Card will be required to make payment in full at the time of your consultation.
Children aged 15 and under, Department of Veteran Affairs Gold Card holders, consultations for Chronic Disease Management Plans, Mental Health Management Plans, Age Specific Health Checks and general nurse appointments for wound dressings, blood tests, INR’s, are bulk billed for all patients*. *Except for additional material charges.
On the Day (Standard On Call) $86.20 ($41.20 rebate available from Medicare)
On the Day (Long On Call) $124.70 ($79.70 rebate available from Medicare)
Standard Consultation (Prebooked) $76.20 ($41.20 rebate available from Medicare)
Long Consultation (Prebooked) $114.70 ($79.70 rebate available from Medicare)
Complex Appointment (Prebooked) $152.40 ($117.40 rebate available from Medicare)
Telehealth (Prebooked Phone/Video) $76.20 ($41.20 rebate available from Medicare)
Telehealth (On the day Phone/Video) $86.20 ($41.20 rebate available from Medicare)
Skin Clinic Check $129.70 ($79.70 rebate available from Medicare)
Skin Excisions $35.00 GAP charge on excision item
Medical Procedures $35.00
24 Hr Blood Pressure Monitor $65.00
· Additional charge of $10 will apply if account is not settled in full on the day.
· Medical procedures will be charged a medical supplies charge of $35.00. There is no rebate available for this charge.
· Patients who do not hold a current Medicare Card will be required to make payment in full at the time of your consultation.
Children aged 15 and under, Department of Veteran Affairs Gold Card holders, consultations for Chronic Disease Management Plans, Mental Health Management Plans, Age Specific Health Checks and general nurse appointments for wound dressings, blood tests, INR’s, are bulk billed for all patients*. *Except for additional material charges.
Medicare Claiming
If you have lodged your bank account details with Medicare we can send your claim electronically and your rebate will be paid into your nominated account within 3 working days. If you do not have your bank details registered with Medicare you will need to contact Medicare.
You can update or register your bank details at any time by one of the following methods:
· phoning Medicare on 132 011
· Online Services www.medicareaustralia.gov.au via a MyGov account
· In person at any Medicare office
You can update or register your bank details at any time by one of the following methods:
· phoning Medicare on 132 011
· Online Services www.medicareaustralia.gov.au via a MyGov account
· In person at any Medicare office