Referrals, Fees and Rebates
Please note Edge Hill Clinic is currently not accepting new patients
Referrals
You will require a referral from your GP or other medical specialist before an appointment can be booked.
New referrals can be sent via:
• Post: 77 Woodward St, Edge Hill Qld 4870
• Email: reception@edgehillclinic.com.au
Please make sure your referral has your current contact information. Once your referral is received, it will be triaged and you will be contacted to organise an appointment if your referral is accepted.
In the case of children and young people, it is sometimes necessary for the parent to have their own referral. Children are part of a family unit and parents may need to be seen individually in order to provide a comprehensive assessment and treatment plan.
Expired referrals: Referrals from GP's expire after 12 months. Those from specialists expire after 3 months. If you wish to claim Medicare rebates you must ensure that your referral is in-date and valid, and that a new referral is obtained if your current referral is about to expire. Without a valid referral you will be unable to claim a Medicare rebate.
| Psychiatry Consultations | Fees | Rebate | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Consultation 45mins | $770 | $262.10 | $507.90 |
| Consultation 60mins | $975 | $214.55 | $760.45 |
| Consultation 45mins | $660 | $184.90 | $475.10 |
| Consultation 30mins | $429 | $87.05 | $341.95 |
| Cancellations | Fee |
|---|---|
| Within 48hrs (2 Business Days) | $100 |
| Within 24hrs / Did not attend | Cost of Consult |
| Other | Fee |
|---|---|
| Prescription request outside of Consultation | $88 |
| Completion of form outside of consultation | $88 |
| Report | $858 Per Hour |
The fee charged will depend on, the length of the session and the issues identified in your referral letter. Please note other fees may be involved.
Psychiatry and other mental health services are usually provided as part of a GP referral and most patients are eligible for Medicare Rebates. Rebates will be higher once you or your family reaches the annual Medicare Safety Net threshold.
Your private health insurance may cover appointments for occupational therapy, dietitian, psychology and speech therapy services. Private health insurance does not cover outpatient psychiatry appointments. Check with your insurance company for details.
Cancellation fees apply to all bookings cancelled with less than 2 business days notice. This fee does not attract a Medicare Rebate and must be paid in full before any further appointments will be made.