All fees are payable at the time of the consultation.
In 2018, a 50 minute appointment at Diamond Creek is $160. If your child has a current Mental Health Care Plan from a General Practitioner (G.P.) you can claim a Medicare rebate of $84.80 for up to 10 appointments per year. The initial appointment is bulk-billed when your child has a Mental Health Care Plan.
The fee for a one hour School visit is $220. School-based consultations are only available in the Cities of Banyule and Nillumbik.
Fees for reports – you will receive an itemized quote prior to the assessment.
Reduced fees for current Health Care Card holders.
Medicare Rebates:
To receive a Medicare Rebate, your child will need to have a current Mental Health Care Plan from your General Practitioner (G.P.).
The first appointment under a Mental Health Care Plan will be bulk-billed.
When booking an appointment for a Mental Health Care Plan you will need to inform doctor’s receptionist as you may need a longer appointment. A Mental Health Care Plan entitles your child up to 10 appointments per calendar year.
Private Health Rebates:
You will need to check with your private health provider to determine what rebates may be available. You cannot claim a Private Health fund rebate and a Medicare Rebate for the same appointment.