Fees
We collect fees for some of our services so we can provide ongoing support to you.
We have adopted the fee structure recommended by our funding bodies, which is based on household income level.
The fees listed below are a guide only. You will be informed of the fees, by phone and/or in writing at the time of referral or when you start receiving a service.
You have the right to ask for your fee level to be changed because of your circumstances. You will not be denied services if you are not able to pay. If you have any concerns about fees, speak to our staff.
Individual appointments
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Low income |
Medium income |
High income |
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Aged care |
$10.00 per consultation centre based and home visit | $15.00 per consultation centre based and home visit |
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Aged care |
$10.00 per consultation centre based and home visit | $15.00 per consultation centre based and home visit | $80.00 per consultation centre based and home visit | ||
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Aged care |
$10.00 per consultation home visit | $15.00 per consultation home visit |
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Adult (HACC PYP) |
$10.20 per consultation |
$15.70 per consultation |
$106.76 per consultation |
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Adults
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$10.20 per consultation |
$15.70 per consultation |
$60 per consultation |
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Adult Allied Health Direct Service Delivery (CH) |
$10.00 per consultation |
$15.00 per consultation |
$100 per consultation |
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Adult |
$10.00 per consultation |
$15.00 per consultation |
$60.00 per consultation |
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Child |
$5.00 per consultation |
$15.00 per consultation |
$100 per consultation |
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Child |
$5.00 per consultation |
$15.00 per consultation |
$15.00 per consultation |
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Dental |
$31.00 per visit (general care – max. $124.00 per course of care) $31.00 per visit $74.50 per denture, full upper and lower denture $149.00 Free for:
Dental Aids can also be recommended however attract a cost i.e: tooth mouse $20.00 |
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Dental |
Free for:
Dental Aids can also be recommended however attract a cost i.e: tooth mouse $20.00 |
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Dental cancellations |
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Brunswick Community Medical Centre
Fees are payable at the time of consultation. Please ensure you bring your concession and Medicare card to your appointment.
Bulk billing is available weekdays for:
- Children under 16 years of age
- Pension Card holders
- Eligible Australian concession card holders
- Healthcare Card holders
- Veteran (DVA) Card holders
Non-Medicare Card holders and all weekend appointments will be billed the following private fees:
| Private fees | Medicare Rebate | |
| Standard consult | $77.40 | $42.85 |
| Long consult | $120.00 | $83.60 |
| Prolonged consult | $160.00 | $122.15 |
Home care packages (Price list 1 July 2024 - 30 June 2025)
Care and services
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Hours (per hour) |
Personal care |
Cleaning & household |
Light gardening |
In-home respite |
Nursing |
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Weekdays |
$78-90 |
$53-90 |
$60-95 |
$78-90 |
$120-160 |
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Non-standard |
$83-117 |
$83-117 |
$60-95 |
$83-117 |
$120-160 |
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Saturday |
$105-121 |
$105-121 |
$60-95 |
$105-121 |
$150-210 |
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Sunday |
$130-160 |
$130-160 |
$60-95 |
$130-160 |
$160-240 |
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Public holidays |
$160-195 |
$160-195 |
$60-95 |
$160-195 |
$180-270 |
Social Support Group attendance, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Massage, Meals delivered and other such services (including those provided by Merri Health) can also be arranged, prices for which can be discussed.
Prices quoted are up to the highest amount, based on individual provider rates. For services under 2xhour, a premium rate applies.
Care management
Fees
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Level 1 |
Level 2 |
Level 3 |
Level 4 |
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Fully managed by Merri Health |
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- Amount per fortnight |
$56.65 |
$100.85 |
$218.70 |
$332.00 |
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- Approximate hours per fortnight |
1 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
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Self-managed by you |
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- Amount per fortnight |
$40.80 |
$53.25 |
$109.90 |
$160.90 |
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- Approximate hours per fortnight |
1 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
Care Management per hour (if extra hours than indicated are required) - $130.30 for all levels.
Care Management is provided by our Care Advisors who will assess your needs, goals and preferences, develop a Care Plan with you and your family or carers to help you achieve your goals which will be reviewed on a regular basis. They will ensure that your care and services are culturally safe, identify and address risks to your safety, health and well-being.
Other costs
Package management fees
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Level 1 |
Level 2 |
Level 3 |
Level 4 |
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Per fortnight |
$48.70 |
$86.10 |
$186.95 |
$284.40 |
Package management involves the coordination of services (such as scheduling services and workers or arranging respite care), the preparation of invoices and monthly statements, managing your package funds, responding to enquiries about invoices and the purchasing of equipment such as mobility aids; and compliance and quality assurance activities required for Home Care Packages.
Transport
Transport fee per kilometre will be charged at individual brokerage provider rates for mileage associated with travel related to a service that you receive.
Exit amount
There is no charge.
All the above prices are GST exclusive. Prices may be adjusted at any time on reasonable notice to you.
Group sessions
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Service |
Low income range |
Medium income range |
High income range |
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Health services |
$5.00 per session |
$8.00 per session |
$50.00 per session |
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Children's health |
$5.00 per session |
$8.00 per session |
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Social groups* HACC Under 64 years |
$10.00 per day plus $5.00 for transport is required. |
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Social groups* CHSP 65 years and over |
$10.00 per day plus $5.00 (each way levy) for transport is required. Centre based meal - if applicable $5.00 Community access meal not included, additional cost |
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Social groups* Home Care Packages - CHSP 65 years and over |
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Respite |
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*Fees for clients with a Home Care Package or funded under TAC & Workcover will be charged full cost recovery, as determined by Merri Health.