Doctor Appointment Leppington
Please bring to your appointment
New and current patients – Please remember to bring:
- Your valid Medicare, DVA, Seniors or Concession Card
- A list of any medications or allergies or recent test results
- New patients – Please arrive early to fill in a new patient and medical history form
- Overseas visitors welcome – Fees apply. Claim insurance refund through your provider.
This information allows our staff to better asses your medical needs and provide you with the most appropriate medical advice and treatment.
Longer appointments may be required if are a new patient, require a pap smear, an immunisation, mental health consultation or an incision.
Appointment bookings:
To book an appointment please call during our opening hours or book online 24/7:
Please note – Every effort will be made to accommodate your preferred time and doctor.
Emergencies will be prioritised and our reception team will attempt to contact you if there is a delay to your appointment.
Doctor Appointment Leppington
Fee Information
Gap Fees
Why is a GAP fee being introduced to some appointments: Medicare is a public health insurance scheme. The rebates provided to you via Medicare are a subsidy toward the payment of your doctor’s appointment (they don’t cover the total cost of your appointment).
To maintain a high-quality healthcare service for all our patients and attract the very best Specialist General Practitioners, we have made the decision to move to “mixed billing” as recommended by Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and Australian Medical Association.
Gap Fees – How they work
The total cost of your appointment will depend on the amount of time spent with your General Practitioner (GP). If the time required to discuss your medical issues is longer than a standard appointment, a long consult will be charged. Your out-of-pocket expense however will remain the same, just the upfront payment will be higher.
The payment process works as follows:
- You pay the total amount (as outlined in the total fee column).
- We then process your Medicare rebate (this is the money that you can claim back from Medicare). This is done immediately onto a physical debit card.
Please note – We are unable to process Medicare rebates for mobile phone tap-and-pay and credit cards. If you do not have a physical debit card, we are able to submit the claim online for you. Medicare will deposit your rebate into the bank account you have registered with them.
Mixed Billing
Mixed billing is referred to when an out of pocket (Gap) fee applies to consultations and procedures. When a Gap fee is applicable to your appointment, and you hold a valid Medicare Card, you will be eligible to receive the Medicare Rebate as a subsidy towards the cost of your consultation or procedure.
Why do we charge the full fee and not just the gap amount?
Current legislation makes it illegal to charge a gap fee only. Please pay the full fee at the end of your consultation. If you are eligible for a Medicare rebate, the full rebate amount will be processed at the practice at the time of payment.
Will I know the cost of my appointment before I come in?
Our reception team will try to give you an accurate estimate about the likely costs of your appointment. Your doctor will confirm the cost of your appointment based on your health needs, appointment length or necessary procedures. We have tried our best to keep the gap payment as consistent as possible across all appointment types.
Please be advised that whilst reception can give you an idea of what your consultation fee may be, this may change during your consultation depending on the time spent and complexity of the consultation.
Medicare Rebates
Please note – Some procedures are not covered by Medicare. Any additional charges will be discussed prior to the consultation/procedure.
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Workers Compensation
For workers compensation or motor vehicle third party matters – We require your claim number to bill the relevant insurance companies.
Telehealth – Video/phone consultations
Normal consultation fees apply to phone/video consultations unless you are eligible for bulk billing (see below for bulk billing eligibility).
You will be able to make payment over the phone with reception or we can send you a secure link via Tyro Health that will allow you to pay online. We can then submit your Medicare rebate claim online on your behalf, with the rebate deposited into your bank account within 2-3 business days.
Monday to Friday & Saturdays before 1:00pm – Standard Consultation Fees
| Appointment Type | Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out of Pocket (Gap Fee) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short Consultation (Item 23: Less then 20 min) | $71.40 | $41.40 | $30.00 |
| Long Consultation (Item 36: 20min – 40 min) | $110.10 | $80.10 | $30.00 |
| Prolonged Consultation (Item 44: Over 40 min) | $148.00 | $118.00 | $30.00 |
| Mental Health Consultation | $108.95 | $78.95 | $30.00 |
All procedures will attract an out of pocket fee – Please confirm fees with your doctor before/during your appointment.
Saturday from 1:00pm – Concession Consultation Fees
The following plans and card holders will be BULK BILLED:
- Chronic Disease Management Plans & Mental Health Care Plans
- DVA Card Holders and All Concession Card Holders
- Children under 16 with a valid Medicare Card.
Seniors Card Holders are charged a discounted gap fee of $15.
All procedures will attract an out of pocket fee – Please confirm fees with your doctor before/during your appointment.
Saturday from 1:00pm – Standard Consultation Fees
Seniors Card Holders are charged a discounted gap fee of $15.
| Appointment Type | Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out of Pocket (Gap Fee) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short Consultation (Item 5020: Less then 20min) | $83.90 | $53.90 | $30.00 |
| Long Consultation (Item 5040: 20min – 40min) | $122.45 | $92.45 | $30.00 |
| Prolonged Consultation (Item 5060: Over 40min) | $159.65 | $129.65 | $30.00 |
| Mental Health Consultation | $108.95 | $78.95 | $30.00 |
All procedures will attract an out of pocket fee – Please confirm fees with your doctor before/during your appointment.
Fees & Medicare Rebates for Procedures
Gap fees for procedures apply – Please discuss fees with your doctor before scheduling an appointment. Gap fees for procedures and private billing may include, but not limited to:
- Biopsies and excisions
- Pre-employment medicals – Private billing as not covered by Medicare (please arrange pre-payment)
- Commercial driver’s licence forms – Private billing as not covered by Medicare (please arrange pre-payment).
| Procedure | Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out of Pocket (Gap Fee) |
|---|---|---|---|
| IUD (Mirena) Insertion (35503) | $178.05 | $75.05 | $103.00 |
| IUD (Mirena) Removal (Standard 23)
IUD (Mirena) Removal (Standard 36) |
$71.40
$110.10 |
$41.40
$80.10 |
$30.00
$30.00 |
| Implanon Insertion (14206) | $63.35 | $33.35 | $30.00 |
| Implanon Removal (30062) | $96.85 | $56.85 | $40.00 |
| Iron Infusion (36) | $130.10 | $80.10 | $50.00 |
| Skin Biopsies (30071) | $78.90 | $48.90 | $30.00 |
| Skin Lesion Excisions (Item no. varies) | $80 – $300 | Varies | $40.00 |
Doctor Appointment Leppington – Frequently Asked Questions & Policies
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DOCTOR APPOINTMENT LEPPINGTON
Our GP’s consult with patients from all over Sydney for doctor appointments including Leppington, Denham Court, Catherine Field, Rossmore, Oran Park, Austral, Bringelly, Horningsea Park, Edmonson Park, Kearns, Eschol Par, Raby, Eaglevale, Bardia and surrounding suburbs.