The Medicare Better Access Initiative aims to provide up to 10 Medicare rebated sessions per calendar year with a Psychologist and some other allied health providers. To access this funding, a mental health care plan and referral need to be completed by your GP.
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The Medicare Better Access Initiative aims to provide up to 10 Medicare rebated sessions per calendar year with a Psychologist and some other allied health providers. To access this funding, a mental health care plan and referral need to be completed by your GP.
For further information go to:
If you have private health extras cover, your fund may offer reimbursement for Psychological Services. Rebates vary between health funds, so it is recommended that you contact your fund directly for more information.
Please note that Medicare and private health rebates are not able to be claimed for the same consultation.
Services can be provided for clients who are self or plan managed via NDIS.
If you are able to pay the full fee without a reimbursed rebate then a referral from your GP is not required.
50 minutes
If you have a Mental Health Care Plan, the rebate available to you is $136.35 per session (up to a maximum of 10 per calendar year).
50 minutes
If you are self or plan managed, sessions are provided under NDIS funding at the current scheduled rate of $234.83
Full payment is required on the day of your appointment. The clinic has HICAPS facilities meaning that Medicare and private health fund rebates can be processed to your nominated savings or cheque account on the same day of service.
Life as a parent can be busy and sometimes unexpected events occur. However, its important to remember that missed appointments and last minute cancellations may result in another family missing out on the opportunity to access support. If you are unable to attend your appointment, providing 24hours notice (where possible) is always appreciated.
A fee may be charged in some instances where adequate notice is not provided.
NB: Medicare rebates do not apply to missed appointments.