Medical Services
Prescriptions
Efficient yet thorough
In specific cases repeat prescriptions may be granted by phone consultation, however patients will need their medical history and examination performed at least annually. Best medical care can only be given if compliance, interactions and side effects are monitored.
With new Medicare arrangements, repeat prescription appointments are billed directly however general phone consultations and advice are billed privately.
Heath Assessments and Care Plans
Medicare Benefits
Through general health assessments, mental health assessments and disease management plans I can arrange rebated allied health services and a 12 month plan to ensure you receive complete holistic care from all health professionals. If you qualify for a GP Chronic Care Plan, subsequent care plan reviews which occur after a 3 month period can be billed directly to Medicare. I am very interested in women's health and can provide a well women's check and menopause consultation. Please let reception know if you would like to arrange one of these as I like to provide a comprehensive service that usually requires more time. Please contact Next Practice for individual fees.
Minor Procedures
Nursing team and treatment rooms
Together we are able to offer services including removal of skin lesions, IV fluids, iron infusions, Implanon insertion/removal and replacement, driving assessments, ear wax removal, spirometry and ECGs. We are able to arrange 24 hour blood pressure monitoring on site. Please contact Next Practice Claremont for a fee structure.
Results
Taking responsibility in your own hands
Radiology and pathology results can be text through as a SMS if normal. Results can take up to 7 days to come to me after an investigation is carried out, so please be patient! If a test is abnormal we will do our best to contact you but do not assume tests are normal. If you have not received a result, please make an appointment to discuss. All pathology reports should now be available on the MY HEALTH RECORD website if you are interested. If you would like a copy of the results, please let me know at the time of referral. It is always best to make a follow up appointment.
