At CBCHS, our fees vary depending on the type of service or program you receive and, in some cases, your level of income.

As a not-for-profit organisation funded by Government, some of our services are free while others require a fee. Low cost services apply for Health Care and Pension Card holders.

While clients are expected to pay the nominated fee, no one will be denied a service due to an inability to pay. Free services are available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Please contact 03 8587 0200 for further information on our fees.

Specialist Medical Services

No fees apply for our Paediatrician and Geriatrician as these services are bulk billed. These services are available to everyone – you just need a current Medicare Card.

Allied Health Services

Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Occupational Therapy, Diabetes Education, Dietetics and Speech Pathology:
Fees range between $10 (for Health Care and Pension Card holders) and $92 depending on your financial circumstances. Fees apply for face-to-face and Telehealth (phone and video conference) appointments as well as home visits.
Chronic Disease Nursing: This is a free service, no fees apply.

Please note: online payments are the preferred option for Online Physiotherapy Group Sessions and Occupational Therapy Assessments. Click here for instructions on how to make an online payment.

Child Development Services

No fees apply for the Paediatrician as this service is Bulk Billed.

Child Speech Pathologist, Child Occupational Therapist, Child Physiotherapist and Child Psychologist:

Fees range between $10 (for Health Care and Pension Card holders) and $92 depending on your financial circumstances. Fees apply for face-to-face and Telehealth (phone and video conference) appointments.

Group sessions are generally $10 per session or $5 per session for Health Care Card and Pension Card holders.

Please note: a different fee structure applies for NDIS Early Childhood Intervention clients. NDIS fees are as per the current NDIS price guide.

Dental

Children

Free for children 0-17 years who:

  • Have a Health Care Card or are dependants of card holders
  • Are eligible for the Medicare Child Benefits Scheme (CDBS)

All other children 0-12 years pay a fee of $36 per course of care which includes a check-up and all general treatment. Fees per family will not exceed $144.

Health Care or Pension Card holders over 18 years

  • A fee of $30.50 applies for general dental and emergency appointments
  • For general course of care, fees will range from $30.50 to $122
  • Dentures and other specialist appointment will incur a separate fee: $73 per denture, capped at $146 for a full upper and lower denture.

Counselling & Psychology and Alcohol & Other Drug Services

General Counselling & Psychology, Alcohol & Drug Counselling, Withdrawal Services, Youth Outreach and Needle Exchange.
Free for eligible clients.

Group Activities

$10 per session or $5 per session for Health Care and Pension Card Holders.

Please note: online payments are the preferred option for Online Physiotherapy Group Sessions and Occupational Therapy Assessments. Click here for instructions on how to make an online payment.

Disability Service

Clients require an approved NDIS Plan to access our services through the NDIS. Clients are responsible for the small costs associated with activities such as entry fees, equipment, materials and transport. Costs will be documented in a Service Agreement and invoiced monthly.

For supports funded by NDIS, the maximum price per the latest NDIS price list will apply.

As a registered NDIS provider, CBCHS prices for assistance with self-care and community and centre-based supports are charged at the TTP (Temporary Transformation Payment) rate.

The price of NDIS funded services will be adjusted in line with changes in the NDIS price guide. The updated prices will apply from the date the price update takes effect.

Click here for the current NDIS Price Guide and Support Catalogue.

Click here for information about our Disability Day Program Prices.

Social Support Groups

All Day Groups $16, Half Day Groups $6.

This includes transport as well as morning tea and a hot lunch for the All Day Groups.

Endocrinologist

Bulk billing for Health care and pension card holders

Consultant fees are payable on the day. We can transmit your claim directly to Medicare for you and your Medicare rebate will be paid into your nominated account with 24 hours. You must register your bank details with Medicare to receive this service.

For patients that are not health care card and pension card holders, the fees are as follows:

Consultation Type Medicare Rebate Standard Fee Out of pocket expense
Initial Appointment

Medicare Item 132

$227.70 $277.70 $50
Initial Appointment (Brief)

Medicare Item 110

$130 $160 $30
Review Appointment

Medicare Item 133

$114.00 $144.20 $30
Brief Consult

Medicare Item 116

$65.20 $95.20 $30