Merimbula NSW 2548
Fees & Billing - Merimbula
Private consultation fees, Medicare rebates and applicable concession rates at our Merimbula clinic.
Private consultation fees, Medicare rebates and applicable concession rates at our Merimbula clinic.
PAYMENT POLICY
We are committed to clear, honest pricing. Explore consultation types, Medicare rebates, and how we support pensioners and concession card holders.
Our fees reflect the true cost of safe, high-quality care. Learn how Medicare rebates and government levies impact your final payment.
Our friendly team is here to help. If you’re unsure about billing, rebates, or eligibility for discounts, just reach out — we’re happy to explain.
The following fees apply to consultations at our Merimbula medical centre.
| Appointment Type(Must have MyMedicare Registration for rebate) | Private Fee Including Private Health Insurance Patients (before rebates) | After 5PM or Weekends | Medicare Rebate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short Appointment | $75 | $85 | $20.55 |
| Standard Appointment | $105 – $110 | $120 | $45.05 |
| Long Appointment | $165 | $170 | $87.10 |
| Extra Long Appointment | $250 | $260 | $128.35 |
| Telehealth / Phone Consult more than 6 minutes | $80 | $80 | $20.55 |
| Telehealth / Phone Consult more than 6 minutes | $100 | $110 | $45.05 |
| Telehealth / Phone Consult more than 20 minutes * | $170 | $180 | $87.10 |
| Telehealth / Phone Consult more than 40 minutes * | $260 | $270 | $128.35 |
| Mental Health Care Plan (up to 40 minutes) | $180 | $190 | $108.95 |
| Mental Health Care Plan (over 40 minutes) | $260 | $270 | $160.50 |
| GP Management Plan / Review | No Gap | No Gap | — |
| Heart Health Assessment | No Gap | No Gap | — |
| Menopause Health Assessment | $180 | $190 | $104.55 |
| Implanon Removal | $180 | N/A | $107.90 |
| Implanon Insertion | $180 | N/A | $103.00 |
| Lesion Removal | Quoted on booking | N/A | — |
| Skin Check | $180 | $200 | $87.10 |
| Iron Infusion | $270 | N/A | $45.05 |
| Aclasta Infusion | $175 | N/A | $45.05 |
Consultation Fees as of 13 July 2026
We aim to offer timely appointments so patients who need care can be seen as quickly as possible. Missed appointments reduce availability for other patients and affect our ability to provide care.
If you are unable to attend a booked appointment, please notify the surgery at least 2 hours in advance so the appointment can be offered to another patient.
Appointments missed without at least 2 hours’ notice will be recorded as a Did Not Attend (DNA) and will incur a DNA fee of $80 in line with our practice policy.
Smith Street Medical Centre Merimbula is a private billing clinic. Consultation fees are payable at the time of your appointment.
Patients who are eligible for Medicare may receive a Medicare rebate depending on the consultation or service provided. The rebate may only cover part of the consultation fee, leaving an out-of-pocket cost.
Some procedures, treatments or additional services may involve separate fees. Where possible, these costs will be discussed with you before the service is provided.
If you are unsure about the cost of your appointment, please contact our reception team before booking.
Fees and billing arrangements may vary depending on the service provided and are subject to the individual GP’s discretion.
Private billing helps us continue providing comprehensive, patient-focused GP care while allowing our doctors appropriate time to assess, discuss and manage each patient’s healthcare needs.
Our fee structure supports:
If you have questions about consultation costs, Medicare rebates or fees for a particular service, please contact our Merimbula reception team before your appointment.
We are happy to explain the applicable fees so you know what to expect before attending.
Today Medicare rebates do not cover the full cost of providing you with medical care.
This is because the rate at which successive governments have indexed the Medicare Schedule fees has been substantially lower than increases in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and average weekly earnings.
This means:
The fees charged by this practice have to cover all of our practice costs including employing receptionists and practice nurses, and meeting our operating expenses such as rent, medical equipment, electricity, computers and insurance. This results in an out of pocket cost to the patient, as per our fees policy.
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