Bulk Billing Doctor in Point Cook

How bulk billing works

When a visit is bulk billed, the clinic claims the Medicare benefit directly and accepts it as full payment. Services Australia explains that you may be asked to assign the benefit to the doctor, for example by signing or pressing OK on the EFTPOS terminal.

Bulk billing in Point Cook: what is covered

All consultations are bulk billed, including walk-ins and phone consultations. That covers everyday GP visits for adults and children, from a new symptom to a medicine review or a follow-up on test results.

Bring your Medicare card to every visit and tell reception if your details have changed. If you hold a Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA), Pension or Health Care Card, show it at reception as well.

What attracts a fee

Costs to know about:

• Payment terms, cancellation and late fees are on Patient Info and Fees.

Some vaccines, such as a flu shot for an adult outside the free groups, also have a cost.

Tests and referrals

Blood tests can be collected at the onsite pathology centre run by Australian Clinical Labs, and the lab decides whether it bulk bills the test. When your GP refers you elsewhere, for an X-ray or a specialist, the clinic cannot guarantee that provider will bulk bill, so ask them about fees before you go. Payment terms are on Patient Info and Fees.

Registering for MyMedicare

If Point Cook Doctors is your regular clinic, you can register for MyMedicare. Registration is free and voluntary, links you with your regular practice, and gives access to longer Medicare-funded telehealth consultations with your GP. It does not change your Medicare rights. Reception can help, or see the MyMedicare section on Patient Info and Fees.

Booking a bulk billed appointment

You can book online or call (03) 7300 7780. The clinic is open Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm, weekends 9am to 5pm, and public holidays 10am to 3pm. In an emergency, call 000.

Common questions