REFERRALS
Referrals are from Central Highlands Surgeons only at the current time.
Whitney Atkinson & Monica Wellington: Central Highlands Surgeons (Bariatric/weight loss clients of CHS only) on 0353 328 100.
Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) primary care items
Under the Medicare Allied Health Initiative, individuals referred by a GP with a chronic health condition can receive a Medicare rebate.
You will require a referral from your General Practitioner if you wish to claim the Medicare refund.
Department of Veteran Affairs
Fees are determined by DVA. There are no out of pocket expenses for the veteran as DVA claims will be done in full by ADVANCED Dietetics.
You will require a referral from your General Practitioner to claim a consult under DVA.
Private Health Providers
Most private health funds provide partial rebates for dietetic services to members with a certain level of cover (usually full extras cover). You will need to check with your provider to see if you are eligible.
CONSULTATION FEES (effective for 2022)
Consultation type | Duration | Cost |
---|---|---|
Initial consultation | 45-60 minutes | $** |
Follow up session | 30 minutes | $** |
**Please contact CHS for current prices** |
Hospital/Aged Care consultations
Institution | Duration | Cost |
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Private Hospital | Hourly rate Call out fee |
$130 $10 |
Aged care facilities | Hourly rate Call out fee |
$130 $10 |
Other services are available on request such as lecturing, menu reviewing, group educations and report/article writing etc. Fees for other services can be negotiated.
Please note that prices are only current for 2022. Prices subject to change.