Consultations, fees & rebates
Consultations, fees & rebates
You may be eligible for a rebate of $141.85 per session for up to 10 clinical psychology appointments per year if you are referred by your GP, Psychiatrist or Paediatrician under a Mental Health Care Plan as part of the Medicare Better Access Scheme (BAS).
An information sheet about the Medicare rebate scheme has been prepared by the Australian Psychological Association, and can be found at: https://psychology.org.au/for-members/resource-finder/resources/medicare/medicare-faqs
Please check with your doctor and/or health fund to determine your eligibility for rebates.
You may also be eligible for rebates under your private health cover. Check your eligibility with your provider.
Rebates of $244.22 per 50-60 minute appointment apply for National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) members.
Veterans and their families who are registered with the Department of Veterans Affairs may be eligible for access to clinical psychology through a valid GP or psychiatrist referral. Veterans holding a DVA WHITE or GOLD card may be entitled to up to 12 government funded sessions per year with no out of pocket cost. Gold Card holders may have more sessions available to them.
Do I need a referral?
No, you don’t require a referral to attend a psychologist, however if you are referred by a GP, Psychiatrist or Paediatrician, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate of $141.85 per session under the Better Access to Mental Health Care scheme.
Face to face, telehealth and phone consultations are available, depending upon your circumstances.
All sessions last a minimum of 50-60 minutes.
Telehealth and telephone sessions are payable prior to session.
Privacy and anonymity are protected in accordance with the APS Code of Ethics
Please contact Simon below if you have further queries.
