At Wonthaggi Medical Group, we believe in offering accessible healthcare for the community. Serving Wonthaggi, Inverloch, and Newhaven, VIC, there are both bulk billing and mixed billing options provided to ensure that patients receive the care they need without worrying about high costs. Read below for important information on our fees and charges.
Fees and Charges
| Consultation | Fee | Medicare rebate |
|---|---|---|
| Short | 46.00 | 20.05 |
| Standard | 88.00 | 43.90 |
| Long | 157.00 | 84.90 |
| After Hours | 300.00 | 135.00 |
| Private Phone consult | 88.00 | 43.90 (** conditions apply) |
| Non-Attendance fee | 20.00 |
** PLEASE NOTE:
- These fees represent a guide, billings are set by the independent doctors
- Medicare rebate for a private phone consultation only applies if the patient has been seen face to face by a WMG doctor within 12 months of the date of service.
- We require full payment at the time of consultation. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are available, and your Medicare rebate can be claimed instantly onto your EFTPOS card via our TYRO system.
Bulk Billing Available
Bulk billing is at the doctor's discretion for eligible patients at our clinics in the Bass Coast, ensuring accessible healthcare for those who qualify. Bulk billing is available for:
- Pensioner Concession Card holders
- Veteran (DVA) Card holders
- Healthcare Card holders
- Children under 16 years
*Excludes after-hours, procedure room and skin check fees, non-claimable Medicare items, and visiting specialist fees.
**Please ask at reception about any out-of-pocket expenses you may incur.
***Doctor's discretion is applied to all billing decisions. Some doctors will always bill privately.
