To be eligible for the Medicare rebate, your doctor is required to complete a detailed mental health assessment before deciding to refer you to receive treatment from a psychologist for up to six sessions.
For more information go to Better access to mental health care: fact sheet for patients.
You may be able to use Private Health Insurance to claim between 30-100% of the consultation fee. Please contact your Private Health Insurance provider to check your level of ‘Extras’ cover.
For more information go to NDIS – Supporting people with disability in Australia
Provides health services to the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community members residing in the Sunshine Coast and Gympie region.
For more information go to NCACCH website.
Contact them to find out if you are eligible to receive services from an Allied Health Professional which is paid for by WorkCover. Link: https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au/service-providers/allied-health-providers
For more information go to WorkCover Queensland – Allied Health Providers
