Billing Policy
BMCOL is a BULK BILLING PRACTICE. Bulk billing is only available with presentation of a valid Medicare card.
You must present your current Medicare Card at the time of your appointment to be bulk billed.
Patients who do not fall into one of these categories means that a (out of pocket) fee will apply.
*Fees will also apply to telehealth appointments.
Non Medicare Card Holders / Fees
Each doctor within the practice has set fees for private paying patients. Billing will depend upon the services provided during your consultation. All accounts need to be settled on the day, after your consultation. Information on fees is available on request. As a guide, standard consultation fees range from $45.00 to $85.00.
Payment Methods
Our policy is that payments are to be made on the day of consultation. Accepted payment method is cash and EFTPOS facilities are available.
Useful numbers
Ambulance – 000
NATIONAL HOME DOCTOR SERVICE 13 SICK – 13 74 25
OTHER OPTIONS
Additional after hours services for severe problems are available through the following:
Private Hospital Emergency Departments at:
Public Hospital Emergency Departments at:
(These hospitals do not charge a service fee).
Preferred Insurance Providers
Brunswick Medical Centre On Lygon is a preferred provider for the following health insurance funds. Patients with an eligible policy with one of the preferred providers listed below may be entitled to a higher rebate than that of a non-preferred provider.
