Fees
Fees are payable on the day by cash, credit card or bank direct deposit. No EFTPOS available. CORE is not a Medicare Bulk-billing service.
No, you do not need a referral to book an appointment with us. A referral is only required to receive a Medicare Rebate.
No, you do not need a referral to book an appointment with us. A referral is only required to receive a Medicare Rebate.
You might be able to get a refund from Medicare (Medicare Rebate) when you see a psychologist. To find out if you are eligible, consult your doctor for a Mental Health Care Plan. Additionally, your psychiatrist or paediatrician can directly refer you to our services.
You will need to bring your GP referral with you on your first appointment, or email to us prior. You can receive up to 10 Medicare rebates per calendar year.
You may be able to receive a rebate from your Private Health Fund if you are covered for psychological or counselling services. The amount will vary depending on your specific fund and insurance coverage. We can’t say for sure how much you’ll get, so it’s best to check your cover with your fund directly.
Keep in mind that it’s not possible to receive a rebate from both Medicare and your private health fund for the same session.
The APS National Schedule of Recommended Fees 2021-2022 has the standard 50-minute consultation fee at $300. Currently, CORE has set fees for 2023 as outlined in the table below:
| Consultation Service per 50 minute session | Session Fee | Medicare Rebate | Health Fund |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical Psychologist | $240 | $141.85* | May be covered |
| Clinical Psychologist Registrar / Registered Psychologist | $200 | $96.65* | May be covered |
| Clinical Psychotherapist | $140 Individual $190 Couple | Not covered | Not covered |
| Provisional Psychologist | $90 | Not covered | Not covered |
| Couple Therapy | $240 | Not covered | May be covered |
| Clinical Supervision – Student/Qualified Therapist | $170-240 | Not covered | Not covered |
*A Mental Health Care Plan from a GP or Psychiatrist referral is required to claim a Medicare rebate.