Our fees and charges will vary depending on which care provider you see, and on which services you access. Full fee information will be provided to you in advance of your appointment. Please note 50% of your fee is due at the time of booking your appointment. Please ask one of our reception team if you have a fee inquiry.
Medicare Rebates
Medicare rebates will vary depending on which health professional you see and on which services you are billed for. Our reception team will be able to provide you with information regarding the Medicare rebates that will apply to the services you receive.
Private Health Insurance
Private health insurance rebates may be applicable for some services, however every private health insurance company will have different policies and levels of cover. You will need to contact your insurance provider for information as to whether your policy will provide a rebate for your health care services, and ask about the rules that may apply.
NDIS
The psychologists and allied health clinicians who provide services are not registered providers with the NDIS but can accept NDIS clients who self-manage their funds. Plan managed care packages may or may not be accepted. Please advise our reception team if you are intending to use an NDIS care package to pay for your services.
Fees
All fees are subject to annual review and increment on 1st July each year.
Fees are charged for reports, letters and any correspondence that is required for third parties (other than letters back to your referring doctor).
Find our Frequently Asked Questions below, which cover a wide range of topics for your convenience. For any further information, please do not hesitate to contact our office directly.
Please bring along your Medicare card and where applicable, your private insurance details. Please also bring your signed registration/ consent form to your first appointment if you have not already returned it by email.
To make the most of your appointment please bring along any medical/ health information that you have, such as letters from other specialists, allied health reports and relevant test results. If your child has had a scan such as a brain MRI please advise reception prior to your appointment and if you have a copy of the scan then bring this with you. If you are not sure what to bring along then please contact our reception who would be happy to assist. We are also happy to receive any reports and information you have prior to your appointment.
There is free street parking outside of the practice and in the neighbouring streets. Please arrive early enough to allow time to find a park. Be sure to check the street signage carefully, as there are some limits to parking on Hume St. If you need special assistance with parking then please contact our reception prior to your appointment.
Our practice is open between 9am and 5pm, Monday through to Friday. We are not able to provide an emergency out of hours service. We do our best to educate families on how to manage health issues that arise out of hours but we understand that sometimes you may need assistance.
If you experience a medical or mental health emergency, call 000.
Options for seeking out of hours medical support include:
For out of hours mental health support, options include:
We provide you with copies of all specialist clinic letters and reports. We strongly encourage that whenever possible you take copies of these letters and reports when seeking out-of hours medical assistance.
HOW TO
To begin psychological therapy or an assessment
You do not need a referral to see a psychologist for therapy or assessment. However, Medicare rebates are available for those who have a Mental Health Care Plan. To obtain a Mental Health Care Plan, you will need to visit your GP or a Psychiatrist or a Paediatrician. Medicare rebates are not offered for assessments.
To book an appointment with a Paediatrician, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist or Paediatric Neurologist
For an appointment with one of our medical specialists, please see your General Practitioner (GP) or current medical specialist and discuss a referral to our service. A referral from a GP or medical specialist is required, and once this has been received, our team will be in contact with you.
To begin speech therapy or a language assessment
You do not need a referral to see a speech pathologist for an assessment or therapy. However, Medicare rebates may be available for those who have a Chronic Disease GP Management Plan or Team Care Arrangement. You will need to speak with your GP to determine if you are eligible for referral under these schemes. Medicare referrals are also available under a Complex Neurodevelopmental Disorder or other eligible disability (including Autism) scheme. Speak to your child’s GP, Paediatrician or Psychiatrist for a referral under this scheme.
HAVE A QUESTION?
For enquiries or to book an appointment, please email admin@thebrainybunch.com.au or call (07) 3846 4554. Alternatively, you can complete the contact form below, and one of our reception team will be in touch to answer your query or book an appointment.