At Total Wellbeing we are committed to providing high-quality medical care. To continue this care, whilst remaining fair and accessible to all patients, we are updating our billing structure from November 1st. We want to explain why these changes are necessary and what they mean for you as a patient.
Even with the upcoming changes, Medicare rebates have not kept pace with the real cost of running a medical practice. Without adjusting our fees, it is no longer sustainable to continue offering you the level of time and care that you expect.
At Total Wellbeing, we believe good medical care takes time. Updating our billing structure will help ensure we can keep providing you high quality, patient-centred services well into the future.
Appointments will now be charged in 10-minute blocks
Pensioners, DVA, under 16 year olds and health care card holders will continue to be bulk billed for consultations less than 30 minutes.
Longer appointments will now attract a reduced out-of-pocket fee for concession status patients.
| Appointment Length | Rebate | Private Fee | Out-of-Pocket (Private) | Concession Fee | Out-of-Pocket (Concession) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| <6 minutes | $20.05 | $40 | $19.95 | Bulk billed | $0 |
| 6–10 minutes | $43.90 | $70 | $26.10 | Bulk billed | $0 |
| 10–19 minutes | $43.90 | $95 | $51.10 | Bulk billed | $0 |
| 20–29 minutes | $84.90 | $145 | $60.10 | Bulk billed | $0 |
| 30–39 minutes | $84.90 | $195 | $110.10 | $135 | $50.10 |
| 40–49 minutes | $125.10 | $245 | $119.90 | $175 | $49.90 |
| 50–59 minutes | $125.10 | $295 | $169.90 | $200 | $74.90 |
If you have any questions about these changes feel free to chat with reception and they can assist you.
