We are committed to providing exceptional healthcare services to our valued patients. This page aims to provide you with all the necessary information regarding our fees and payment options.
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Eureka Medical & Dental Centre in Ballarat operates as a mixed billing practice. Which means that our fees may vary depending on the type of consultation, the services provided, and the healthcare professional you see. We offer bulk billing for eligible patients, including pensioners, healthcare cardholders, and children under the age of 16.
Any wound review will be charged an out of pocket fee of $25
| Appointment | Total Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out-of-pocket fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard consult, <20 mins | Bulk Billed – Free | $41.40 | Bulk Billed – Free |
| Extended consult, 21-40 mins | Bulk Billed – Free | $80.10 | Bulk Billed – Free |
| Telehealth consult, <20 mins | Bulk Billed – Free | $41.40 | Bulk Billed – Free |
| Appointment | Total Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out-of-pocket fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard consult, <20 mins | Bulk Billed – Free | $53.90 | Bulk Billed – Free |
| Extended consult, 21-40 mins | Bulk Billed – Free | $92.45 | Bulk Billed – Free |
| Telehealth consult, <20 mins | Bulk Billed – Free | $41.40 | Bulk Billed – Free |
| Appointment | Total Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out-of-pocket fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard consult, <20 mins | Bulk Billed – Free | $41.40 | Bulk Billed – Free |
| Extended consult, 21-40 mins | Bulk Billed – Free | $80.10 | Bulk Billed – Free |
| Telehealth consult, <20 mins | Bulk Billed – Free | $41.40 | Bulk Billed – Free |
| Appointment | Total Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out-of-pocket fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard consult, <20 mins | $78.90 | $53.90 | $25.00 |
| Extended consult, 21-40 mins | $117.45 | $92.45 | $25.00 |
| Telehealth consult, <20 mins | $66.40 | $41.40 | $25.00 |
| Appointment | Total Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out-of-pocket fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard consult, <20 mins | $66.20 | $0.00 | $66.20 |
| Extended consult, 21-40 mins | $104.72 | $0.00 | $104.72 |
| Telehealth consult, <20 mins | $66.18 | $0.00 | $66.18 |
| Appointment | Total Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out-of-pocket fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard consult, <20 mins | $78.66 | $0.00 | $78.66 |
| Extended consult, 21-40 mins | $117.00 | $0.00 | $117.00 |
| Telehealth consult, <20 mins | $78.66 | $0.00 | $78.66 |
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We understand that unplanned issues can arise, and you may need to cancel an appointment. Should this occur, we respectfully ask that the scheduled appointments be cancelled at least 4 hours in advance.
A no show/cancellation fee of $50 may apply if your appointment is cancelled with less than 4 hours’ notice.
We hope you had a great experience at the Centre and feedback is always welcome. It can be given here, or speak to your Doctor, Allied Health Practitioner or Practice Manager
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For URGENT issues when the centre is CLOSED please call After hours 0481 616 965 Fees may apply.
Patients may be eligible for Medicare rebates however out of pocket fees will be incurred as this is an after-hours service.
This number is not in operation when the centre is open.
For routine non-urgent matters, please call the centre during opening hours.
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We send you recalls/reminders by SMS/mail for follow up consultations and test results
We are committed to preventative health and support Commonwealth and State Reminder programs. This means we may occasionally send you information by SMS/mail on these programs such as Vaccinations and Cervical Screening
If you do not want to receive these reminders, advise your Doctor, Allied Health Practitioner or reception
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To discuss your test results, Reception cannot give these results to you for privacy reasons
For referrals, letters or repeat scripts
To transfer your medical record to another medical practice we need
An authorised request form from you or your new medical practice
Your signed consent and proof of identity
Payment of the administrative fee. You will be contacted by our team and advised the fee
Up to 5 weeks to process
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Telephone translation 131 450
Auslan interpreter 1300 287 526
Do you Bulk-Bill?
We are a mixed billing practice, which means only some services and patients are Bulk Billed. At the same time, all GPs at our practice are independent practitioners who decide their own fees.
What is mixed billing?
Mixed Billing means our practice charges a private fee for some consultations and patients, and bulk bills others. Bulk-Billing is when the payment for your consultation or treatment with your doctor is covered entirely by Medicare, whereas services not covered by bulk billing attract a private fee and you will receive a rebate from Medicare. This means there is an out of pocket cost to you
Why should I pay a private fee?
At our practice, we passionately believe in providing access to high quality healthcare to our community. By becoming a mixed billing practice, we are able to meet the rising costs of running a practice to minimise wait times, retain high quality GPs, provide valuable consultations and facilitate services like Women’s Health so that you and your family receive the healthcare that you deserve in a family friendly environment.
No Medicare Card
Patients without a valid Medicare or concession card will pay a private fee and are not eligible to receive a Medicare rebate.
| Ordinary Hours | After Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Kids under 16 | Bulk-billed | Bulk-billed |
| DVA card holders | Bulk-billed | Bulk-billed |
| Pensioner concession card holders | Bulk-billed | Bulk-billed |
| Healthcare card holders | Bulk-billed | Bulk-billed |
| All other patients, Telehealth & Walk-ins (with a valid Medicare Card) |
Bulk-billed | $25 |
* All patients (who are not bulk-billed) are required to pay the full fee upfront. The Medicare rebate can be claimed at the time of payment.
