At Doctors@Tocumwal, we are a bulk billing clinic, ensuring accessible healthcare for our community. However, certain specialized procedures and consultations are privately billed, as the Medicare rebate does not fully cover the costs of providing these services. Payment is required in full on the day of service for these privately billed items.
If you have any questions regarding fees before your visit, please speak with our reception team for more details.
Billing & Payments
- Standard GP consultations are bulk billed for all patients.
- Some procedures and assessments receive a Medicare rebate but still incur an out-of-pocket fee due to the gap between the rebate and actual service cost.
- Payment for privately billed services is required on the day of your appointment.
- Medicare claiming is available on the spot for eligible services.
- If you are unsure about any fees, please ask our friendly reception team.
Additional Fees
Some medical services may incur additional fees due to the gap between the Medicare rebate and the actual service cost. These may include:
- Specialized procedures (e.g., excisions, iron infusions – Medicare rebate applies, but an out-of-pocket fee remains)
- Medical forms & assessments (e.g., driver’s medicals, interlock assessments, insurance forms – not covered by Medicare)
- Consumables & medical supplies (e.g., dressings, wound care, fibreglass casts)
- Travel vaccinations (Certain vaccines not covered under the NIP). Please speak to our reception team for more details of our private fees.
These fees are charged separately from your consultation and will be discussed with you at the time of service.