Practice Fees
To ensure the service and level of care we provide our patients is of a high standard, we are a mixed billing practice. Patients who are not eligible for bulk billing are required to pay a fee for their consultations.
If you need clarification on our fees, please speak to one of our receptionists by calling (02) 9789 5955.
Consultation Fees - General Practice
| Consultation | Fee | Rebate | Gap (out-of-pocket) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard consultation | $74.00 | $42.85 | $31.15 |
| Long consultation | $115.00 | $82.90 | $32.10 |
| Extended consultation | $157.00 | $122.15 | $34.85 |
| Antenatal consultation | $85.00 | $44.15 | $39.35 |
| Phone consultation | $74.00 | $42.85 | $31.15 |
| Telehealth video: standard consultation | $74.00 | $42.85 | $31.15 |
| Telehealth video: long consultation | $115.00 | $82.90 | $32.10 |
| Telehealth video: extended consultation | $157.00 | $122.15 | $34.85 |
| Iron infusion | $200.00 | $82.90 | $117.10 |
| Pregnancy test | $15.00 | $8.65 | $6.35 |
Vaccination Fees
All private vaccines are not entitled to a Medicare rebate.
Please note that vaccines may need to be ordered ahead of time. If you are wanting to receive a vaccine, please contact us so that our staff can ensure we have stock readily available.
| Vaccine | Fee |
|---|---|
| Boostrix | $45.00 |
| Stamaril (Yellow fever) | $150.00 |
| Twinrix (adult) | $85.00 |
| Twinrix Jnr (child) | $65.00 |
| Engerix B | $40.00 |
| Typhim Vi | $80.00 |
| Vivaxim | $170.00 |
| Flu vaccine | $20.00 |
Additional Fees
Transfer of Medical Records
$30.00 per patient
$20.00 per additional family member under 18 years of age.
Employment Medicals
$150.00
Procedure Fee (associated with minor procedures/treatments)
$15.00
| Consultation | Fee | Rebate | Gap (out-of-pocket) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation (complex) | $431.00 | $259.40 | $171.65 |
| Initial consultation (standard) | $320.00 | $148.35 | $171.65 |
| Review (complex) | $260.00 | $129.90 | $148.35 |
| Follow-up consultation | $180.00 | $74.25 | $105.75 |
| Phone consultation | $85.00 | $42.30 | $42.70 |
Endocrinology Fees - Dr Shailja Tewari
Dietitian Fees - Tina Wong
Patients of Southern Doctors Clinic with a valid EPC referral are eligible for up to 5 bulk-billed sessions with a dietitian. Any follow-up consultations after your 5 bulk-billed sessions are $80.00 and you will receive a Medicare rebate of $58.30.
All other patients with an EPC referral will be charged a fee of $90.00 and receive a Medicare rebate of $58.30 for their initial consultation. Any follow-up consultations are charged at $80.00 and you will receive a rebate of $58.30.
Claiming Medicare rebates
Patients who hold a valid Medicare card are entitled to a rebate for their consultation. Once payment has been approved, one of our friendly receptionists will transmit your claim to Medicare.
Once this claim has been transmitted, you can expect to receieve your rebate within 24-48 hours into your nominated bank account. To check/update the bank account details linked to your Medicare card, please click here.
Patients Without a Medicare Card (private patients)
Patients who do not hold a Medicare card can consult with our doctors as a private patient. This means that you are required to pay the full fee for your consultations and services at SDC. You are not eligible for a Medicare rebate.
Our receptionists will provide you with a receipt. With this receipt, you will be able to contact your private health insurance provider and claim. Our receptionist do not assist with insurance claims.
