Payment Options

Overview of Payment Options

Our reception staff will be happy to advise you of the consultation fee upon booking an appointment over the telephone. Fees for consultation along with other necessary forms will also be emailed to you for your convenience upon booking an appointment.
  • Surgical fees are billed directly to the Health Insurance Providers.
  • Where an out-of-pocket co-payment is required (which can vary depending on the type and complexity of surgery or procedure). Patients will be advised, in writing, after the consultation, the amount of gap payment.
  • Fees for uninsured patients are advised by the accounts manager upon request.
Payment on the day of consultation is much appreciated.

How To Pay

For your convenience we accept a number of payment methods in the rooms, by post and online:
  • Cheque and Cash
  • Credit Card: VISA, Mastercard, Amex (logos),
  • Electronic other - (Credit Card, EFTPOS, BPay)
  • Website Payments (PayPal, Swipe etc)

Other Payment Choices

  • Medical Finance
  • Early Release of Superannuation
  • Tax Rebate Scheme

Early Release of Superannuation

Patients may apply to Centrelink for an early release of superannuation funds to cover part or all of the costs involved. More details can be found on the Centrelink website.

If you chose to apply for this, three documents need to be lodged:
  • Completed application form - click here to download
  • A letter of support from your General Practitioner
  • A letter of support from our clinic (we will provide this after your initial consultation)
Please note that processing time by Centrelink generally takes around 3 weeks, and allow a further 4-6 weeks for your superannuation fund to release the funds to your personal bank account.

Tax Refund Scheme

Tax Rebate Scheme for Medical Expenses

A significant rebate can be claimed through your end of year tax return if you incur medical expenses over $2,000 during the one financial year. Anyone can claim the tax offset: there is no upper limit on the amount you can claim however, it is now income tested. The rebate is currently 20 cents for every dollar over the $2,000 threshold.

There is no upper limit on the amount you can claim, and it is not means or assets tested. Because this is a rebate rather than a tax deduction, you can claim this from the ATO even if you do not pay tax. As always, also check with your accountant or financial advisor.

Because this is a rebate rather than a tax deduction, you can claim this even if you do not pay tax. It is claimed at question T9 on your tax return. As always, be sure to check with your accountant or financial advisor. Further details can be found by clicking here.