Fees & Rebates

Medicare

Kate is a registered Medicare provider. Medicare provides a rebate of $141.85 per session for clients of clinical psychologists who are referred by their GP, a psychiatrist or a paediatrician for treatment of a mental health disorder. To claim this rebate, clients require a referral letter plus a Mental Health Care Plan from their GP, or a referral letter from their psychiatrist or paediatrician.

With a Mental Health Care Plan, clients are eligible for up to 10 sessions with Medicare rebates per calendar year.

Private Insurance

Private clients (clients who self refer) are eligible for rebates for psychological services under most private health funds.

Note: clients can claim either the Medicare rebate if they have a Mental Health Care Plan from a GP, or a rebate from their private health fund. Clients are unable to claim both.

Workers Compensation and Motor Vehicle Claims

Psychological services provided under Workers Compensation and Motor Vehicle Accident Claims are fully funded by the insurance provider. Please discuss payment of psychology services fees for workers compensation and motor vehicle accident claims with the insurance provider.

Fees – Psychological Assessment and Therapy Sessions

1. Standard consultation fee: $270.00 (50+ minute session)

2. Trauma processing sessions using EMDR can be longer (up to 90 minutes) than a standard consultation and the fee is adjusted accordingly.

Note: The Australian Psychological Society National Schedule of Recommended Fees for a standard 50+ minute consultation with a registered psychologist is $311.00.

Cancellation Fees

In accordance with guidelines provided by the Australian Psychological Society, at least 48 hours notice of non-attendance is required. This is essential so that clients on a waiting list can be offered an appointment and so that your treating psychologist can make the best use of clinic time. A cancellation fee of 50% of the full fee will be charged where less than 48 hours notice of non-attendance is provided. A cancellation fee of 100% of the full fee will be charged where less than 24 hours notice of non-attendance is provided. Medicare Rebates are not available for cancellation fees.

Legal

Please note that Kate does not provide specialist assessments/reports/documentation for custody, criminal compensation claims or any other legal proceedings. She can refer you to other clinical psychologists who specialise in reports for legal or insurance requirements.

Important Things to Remember

  • Please ensure you bring your Medicare card and debit card to each session.
  • It is expected that all fees will be paid on the day of attendance. We accept cash and EFTPOS
  • With Medicare Easyclaim, your Medicare rebate is deposited directly into your bank account on the day.
  • It is important to note this is a private practice and we do not routinely bulk bill.