Consultations at Main Street Medical Centre are by appointment, however we reserve several appointments each day for urgent matters. Reception will do their best to give you an appointment with the your preferred doctor, at the time that best suits you. If it is an urgent matter and it is necessary to see your regular doctor, please let the receptionist know and they will ask your doctor whether you can be fitted in as an extra.
If you have several problems you wish to discuss with the doctor or a complex problem you may need a longer appointment. If you think you may require a longer appointment please ask our staff at reception when making the booking.
Sick children will always be a priority. However, the earlier we receive your appointment request the easier it is to fit them in.
Appointments can be made either, over the phone, online through the website or the Health Engine App.
Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: Closed
From March 4th 2024 there will be a change to the billing policy. All consults, face to face or telehealth, are billed according to duration and complexity.
We require patients to pay for their consultation in full on the day of their visit. For most consultations the rebate can then be claimed immediately through the Medicare Easy Claim System by swiping your debit card with the rebate being deposited into your bank account immediately.
Fees will be charged as below;
Consultation Fees:
| Upfront payment | Your expense | |
|---|---|---|
| Short consultation (<6min) | $45.25 (Medicare rebate $19.60) | $25.65 |
| Standard consultation | $85.00 (Medicare rebate $42.85) | $42.15 |
| Long consultation (>20min) | $125.05(Medicare rebate $82.90) | $42.15 |
| Extended consultation (>40min) | $164.30(Medicare rebate $122.15) | $42.15 |
Pension/Healthcare card:
| Upfront payment | Your expense | |
|---|---|---|
| Short consultation (<6min) | $33.25 (Medicare rebate $19.60) | $13.65 |
| Standard consultation | $74.00 (Medicare rebate $42.15) | $31.15 |
| Long consultation (>20min) | $114.05 (Medicare rebate $82.90) | $31.15 |
| Extended consultation (>40min) | $153.30(Medicare rebate $122.15) | $31.15 |
Medicare Bulk Billing:
- Children 15years & under Bulk Billed
- DVA card holders
- Chronic Disease Management plans
- Health Assessments
Additional fees will apply for extra services at the time of the consultation, for example Electrocardiographs, lung function tests, skin biopsies or liquid nitrogen treatment of skin lesions.
For removal of lesions Pension Card holders will be charged a maximum out of pocket expense of $90.75
Additional Fees:
- Non-attendance of an appointment is now $20
- Women’s Clinic $30
- BP Loan Machine: $40.10
- Dr Anthony Camilleri
- Dr Richard Wellm
- Dr Cameron Williams
You are able to access this service `Request Script` through the website or HealthEngine App.
The cost of this service is $20.00. With a 3 business day turn-around.
The issuing of the script is up to the discretion of the doctor and will only be considered for medications that have previously been prescribed to you by this doctor and are due for renewal.
Repeat prescriptions for medications deemed additcive such as opiates and benzodiazepines are not provided through this service and will be automatically declined.
If your regular doctor is not listed above this service is not available to you.
We require that you attend a consultation with your doctor to receive repeat prescriptions for medications. For urgent essential prescriptions the doctor will be able to fit you in for a brief ‘script only’ appointment.
All test results are viewed by your referring doctor and if the results require immediate action the doctor will call you.
For results that require a ‘non-urgent’ follow-up appointment the office staff will contact you.
If you do not hear from us then your test result does not require a follow-up appointment. However, if you wish to discuss the results with your doctor please feel free to book an appointment.
Please note that the reception staff are not able to give results over the phone.
Monday – Friday 0800 – 1330 and 1430 – 1700
Saturdays CLOSED.
If you experience a problem with the practice please discuss it with your Doctor or, alternatively, speak or write to our Practice Manager. If you need to take the matter further you can contact:
Health Care Complaints Commission
Locked Bag 18
Strawberry Hills
NSW 2012
P: 1800 043 159