Fees & Rebates
South Yarra Psychology is a private psychology practice in South Yarra, Melbourne.
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You can book an appointment with one of our psychologists with or without a GP referral. A referral is only required if you would like to claim Medicare rebates for eligible psychology sessions.
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Appointment fees
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Appointment fees vary depending on the psychologist, appointment type and appointment time.
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Standard appointment fees currently range from $220 to $310. Medicare rebates range from $98.95 to $145.25 for eligible clients with a valid referral.
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Appointments from 4pm onwards and appointments on Saturdays are more expensive.
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Fees are due on the day of each appointment.
Medicare rebates​​
Medicare rebates may be available for eligible clients with a valid referral and Mental Health Treatment Plan.
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Under a Mental Health Treatment Plan, individuals who have a Medicare card can claim Medicare rebates for up to 10 individual psychology appointments during each calendar year (between 1 January to 31 December).
Your GP, psychiatrist or paediatrician will usually refer you for six appointments initially, and then a further four appointments after a review.
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To claim Medicare rebates, you will need:
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a valid referral (with a Mental Health Treatment Plan having been created)
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your Medicare card details
You do not need a GP referral if you are not claiming Medicare rebates.
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Medicare rebate amounts
The following psychologists offer clinical psychology Medicare rebates of $145.25 per standard 50-minute appointment:​
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The following psychologists offer Medicare rebates of $98.95 per standard 50-minute appointment:
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Private health rebates
Some private health insurance policies include rebates for psychology or counselling psychology services.
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Private health rebate amounts vary between insurers and policies. Please contact your private health insurer directly to check whether your policy includes psychology rebates and what rebate amount may apply.
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Private health rebates typically do not require a GP referral.
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TAC, WorkSafe, ComCare, NDIS & VOCAT
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If you have third-party funding for treatment, please contact the practice before booking to confirm whether your funding can be accepted.
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Some psychologists at South Yarra Psychology do not accept clients where the practice is required to bill a third-party organisation.
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Where third-party funding is accepted, gap fees may apply.
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Assessments and reports
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South Yarra Psychology is primarily a therapeutic practice.
In some circumstances, a psychologist may provide a formal assessment or report for a current client. Requests for assessments or reports are considered on a case-by-case basis and are not guaranteed.
Where a formal assessment or report is provided, fees are charged in line with the relevant professional work required.
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Cancellation Policy​
If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, please provide more than 48 hours’ notice.
Cancellation fees apply as follows:
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0–24 hours’ notice: full appointment fee charged
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24–48 hours’ notice: 50% of the appointment fee charged
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More than 48 hours’ notice: no cancellation fee
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Bulk billing and reduced fees
South Yarra Psychology does not offer bulk billing or reduced appointment fees.
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If affordability is a concern, you may wish to speak with your GP about other services or lower-cost referral options.
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Not sure who to book with?
If you are unsure which psychologist may be the right fit, you can book a free psychologist matching call. During the call, we ask what you are seeking support for and recommend psychologist options based on your needs, preferences and availability.
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