Frequently Asked Questions
Please find some commonly asked questions outlined below. For more information, please contact us or call our office on 08 7007 0898.
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Most medical specialists require a referral from either a GP or another specialist. This is to ensure that the specialist you are seeing is appropriate for you and your condition, and that you are being seen in a clinically appropriate time frame. Medicare will also reimburse part of the cost if a referral has been provided.
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Yes, if you have a valid referral (GP referrals are usually valid for 12 months, specialist referral are valid for 3 months) and a valid Medicare card. This applies only to medical dermatology consultations and procedures. Cosmetic consultations and procedures are separate to this and, in most cases, no medicare rebate is applicable.
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No, in Australia, legislation does not permit private health insurance providers to fund additional rebates in an outpatient setting (outside of hospital).
