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Occupational Therapy Fees

Senior Occupational therapist

Medicare/Private

1 hour Consult: $200.00

Medicare Rebate*: $60.35

Out of Pocket: $140.35

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​Private Health:

Rebates may apply - check with your fund

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NDIS (Plan/self-managed)

$193.99

Please Note: Appointments before 9am and after 5.00pm Monday - Friday attract an additional surcharge of $20.

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Wellbeing in Mind is NOT a Bulk Billing practice. Payment is required at the time of the consultation.   However, we understand that times are tough for many people right now.  We do provide a sliding scale of fees for families who are experiencing financial difficulties. Please discuss your situation with your treating occupational therapist

 

The fees quoted above are for 50 minute consultations.  Additional fees will be charged for letters/reports. If you require an assessment (e.g. functional capacity assessment, fine motor assessment), please get in touch and we will provide you with a quote.

 

*Medicare Rebates and Chronic Disease/Complex Health Management Plan

All our Occupational therapists are registered with Medicare and rebates are available for eligible clients. Upon visiting your GP they will make an assessment about whether you are eligible for Chronic Disease/Complex Health Management Plan, and may refer you to a occupational therapist and/or other allied health professionals such as a physiotherapist, speech pathologist, dietitian etc.

 

Eligible clients can use 5 services per calendar year. The 5 services may be either:

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  • one type of service, for example 5 occupational therapy services

  • a combination of different types of services, for example one dietetic and 4 occupational therapy services.

 

​​You will need to have your Chronic Disease/Complex Health Management Plan before you come to the first session with your Occupational therapist in order for your rebate to be processed. Your Medicare rebate will be processed electronically at the end of your consultation. 

 

Other Government Initiatives

A range of government bodies offer mental health funding for those meeting eligibility requirements.  Wellbeing in Mind Psychological Services are able to submit claims for treatment to the following organisations:

 

Private Health Insurance Rebates

If you have ‘extras’ private health insurance, you may be eligible to claim rebates for occupational therapy sessions. Each insurance company is different, and rebates depend on extras cover schemes which can change over time, therefore we recommend that you check with your insurer about rebate amounts.

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We are not able to process private health claims on site. You are required to pay the full amount immediately after the appointment and will be provided with an invoice to submit to your private health fund.

 

Please note: Private health and Medicare rebates cannot be used for the same appointment.  

 

Payment Methods

Individuals:  Payment for the full consultation fee is due at the end of your appointment.  EFTPOS facilities are available at the practice. At the same time, your Medicare rebate (if applicable) will be claimed and Medicare will deposit the corresponding rebate into your nominated bank account. It is up to you to ensure that your bank details with Medicare are up to date. 

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Organisations: An invoice will be issued, and payment will be required within 3 days of the invoice via electronic bank transfer, credit card (over the phone), or cheque. Payment details will be provided on the invoice.

 

Cancellations

We require 48 hours notice on business days** to reschedule or cancel a session without incurring any extra fees. Please click here for our cancelation policy. 

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**Our office hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday - Friday.  Monday appointments therefore have to be cancelled on a Thursday to avoid cancelation fees

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