Medicare Rebates

Medicare rebates are available for psychological consultations based on the Australian Government’s Better Access to Mental Health Care Initiative. The scheme aims to provide better access to psychologists in order to provide more affordable mental health care.

In order to receive a Medicare rebate, individuals need to obtain a referral from a General Practitioner (GP) or Psychiatrist. The GP additionally completes a Mental Health Care Treatment Plan. Referrals and treatment plans are completed before the first psychology session. Up to […]