Your care team, joined up.
Referrals to physiotherapists, dietitians, podiatrists, psychologists and more, with Medicare rebates available under a plan for eligible patients. Providers set their own fees.
Good to know before you book.
You choose the provider
Your GP's referral can go to the allied health provider of your choice.
Ask providers about fees and availability.
Book an appointment (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Rebates under a plan
With a GP chronic condition management plan, Medicare rebates are available for up to five allied health visits a year (ten for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients).
Plans need review at least every 18 months.
Care plan reviewsProviders set their fees
Some allied health providers charge more than the Medicare rebate.
Ask before you book.
All feesBulk billed consultations
GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Where a fee applies, reception will tell you before your appointment.
See all fees
Find the care that fits.
Choose a topic to see what is involved, the questions people ask most, and how to book.
The right professional for you.
Allied health professionals include physiotherapists, dietitians, podiatrists, exercise physiologists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, psychologists and diabetes educators.
Your GP will talk through who could help with your goals.
- Book a referral appointment
- Talk it through with your GP
- Tests, treatment or referral if needed
- Follow-up and review
Do I need a referral?
Not always, but a GP referral under a plan is needed to claim Medicare rebates.
Can I see a psychologist with a Medicare rebate?
Yes, with a mental health treatment plan from your GP.
Making it affordable.
Under a GP chronic condition management plan, Medicare rebates are available for up to five individual allied health visits each calendar year, or ten for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients. Mental health care has its own plan with separate rebates.
Providers set their own fees, and some charge more than the rebate.
- Book a plan
- Talk it through with your GP
- Tests, treatment or referral if needed
- Follow-up and review
How many visits are covered?
Up to five a year under a chronic condition plan, or ten for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.
Does private health insurance help?
Some extras policies cover allied health. Check with your fund.
The numbers worth knowing.
Key facts about screening and care, at a glance.
5visits
Rebated visits a year under a plan
Ten for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.
What is due at your age?
Australia's screening programs start at different ages and run on different timeframes. Move the slider to see what generally applies.
40years
General information about Australian programs, not a personal plan. Talk it through with your GP.
Everyone involved, around you.
Your care can involve more than one person. Choose a part of your care team to see how it fits together.
Your care team
Podiatrist
Foot health.
Your care team
Exercise physiologist
Safe, tailored exercise.
Your GPs.
Any of our GPs can help. These GPs list related areas among their interests. All are bulk billing GPs for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Chronic disease including diabetes and heart health, asthma and COPD, and healthy ageing.
Book with this GP (opens HotDoc in a new tab)General adult medicine, nutrition and care of older adults.
Book with this GP (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Female GP Registrar. Chronic disease, women's health and care of older adults.
Book with this GP (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Emergency medicine background, skin cancer checks, chronic disease and minor procedures.
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Make the most of your appointment.
A little preparation gives you and your GP more time for what matters to you.
What to bring
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What your care will cost.
GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card. Where a fee applies, reception will tell you before your appointment.
Bulk billed
GP consultations
GP consultations and plans, for eligible patients.
Set by the provider
Set by providers
Allied health providers set their own fees. Medicare rebates may apply under a plan.
Fee may apply
Private health extras
Some insurance policies cover allied health. Check with your fund.
If things change between visits.
- Getting worse?(02) 6543 8424Call reception and tell them things have changed, so you can be seen at the right time.
- When we are closed1800 022 222healthdirect, for health advice any time of day or night. Quitline is on 13 78 48.
- In an emergency000Chest pain, pressure or tightness, or sudden breathlessness. The nearest emergency departments are at Muswellbrook and Scone hospitals.
Signs that need urgent help
- Chest pain, pressure or tightness, or sudden breathlessness
- A severe asthma attack: struggling to breathe or speak, or blue lips
- Confusion, drowsiness or collapse in someone with diabetes
- A severe allergic reaction after a vaccine or medicine
Allied health questions, answered.
If yours is not here, call (02) 6543 8424 and reception will help.
Is it bulk billed?
GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card. Where a fee applies, reception will tell you before your appointment.
How do I get a referral?
Book with your GP, who can write a referral, usually as part of a plan.
Do allied health providers bulk bill?
Providers set their own fees. Ask them before booking.
Can I choose my provider?
Yes.
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes. Aberdeen Surgery is currently accepting new patients. Book online any hour through HotDoc or call (02) 6543 8424.
Nothing matches that. Try a broader word, or call reception on (02) 6543 8424.
Related reading and services.
- Asthma and COPDService
- Health assessmentsService
- Diabetes careService
- ImmunisationService
- Our teamMeet the GPs
- All services37 services on Segenhoe Street
This page is general health information. It is not advice about your own situation and does not replace a consultation with your doctor. In an emergency, call 000.
Allied health, close to home.
Book online any hour, or call reception from 8:00am, Monday to Friday. Bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.