Fees

FAQ’s

Why are fees changing?

The Federal Government has frozen or only increased your Medicare rebate slightly over the last 10 years. The cost of running Weyba Medical Centre has increased continuously. We are a locally owned small business and we have absorbed the increasing costs. However, we can’t continue to absorb these costs and provide quality health care.

What is the Medicare Rebate?

The Medicare rebate is YOUR payment from the Government to help YOU pay for your healthcare. It is not the ACTUAL cost of your healthcare.

Why can’t everyone be Bulk Billed?

Quality care that you have come to expect takes time. We understand that you need time to discuss your health concerns, and your doctor needs time to listen to you and examine you and discuss the right treatment. Bulk billing does not support the time it takes to provide this level of care.

What can you do if you are concerned about these changes?

We recommend you voice your concerns to your Federal Member of Parliament. The Federal Government dictates the Medicare rebates.

Llew O’Brien MP Wide Bay 4121 2936

Ted O’Brien MP Fairfax 5479 2800

What do our fees cover?

There are many costs involved in keeping a practice open. These include staff wages, mandatory professional development and training, medical and office equipment, consumables, various insurance policies, IT systems, utility bills.

What payment methods are available and how do I get my Medicare rebate?

We require full payment (not the GAP) at the time of your consultation. We will accept cash and EFTPOS payments. We will process your Medicare claim on the day and Medicare will deposit your rebate into your nominated bank account.

We recommend you register your bank account details with Medicare to receive your rebate as soon as possible.

Will there be additional fees?

If you have additional procedures/investigations performed at the time of your consultation there will be further fees. Your GP will discuss these with you at the time.

Patient Notice - Changes to Practice Fees

As of 1st August 2026 our practice fees have increased.

Pleas see our “Fees and Billings” page for further details.