Medicare Rebate
GP Mental Health Treatment Plan
A GP’s Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) allows you to access the Medicare Rebate. The plan covers a variety of psychological conditions. These include but may not be limited to:
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Alcohol use disorder
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Anxiety disorders
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Adjustment disorder
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Attention deficit disorder
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Bereavement disorder
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Bipolar disorder
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Conduct disorder
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Co-occurring anxiety and depression
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Depression
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Drug use disorder
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Eating disorders
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Obsessive compulsive disorder
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Panic disorder
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Post traumatic stress disorder
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Psychotic disorders
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Schizophrenia
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Sexual disorders
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Sleep problems
A total of 10 sessions can be given per calendar year however, after the sixth session you must go back to the doctor and obtain a continuing referral. The current rebate from Medicare for a psychological consultation when you have a Mental Health Treatment Plan is $93.35* per session.
Please consult your GP to find out whether you are eligible for a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan.
Chronic Disease Management Plan (CDM)
The Chronic Disease Management Plan (CDM) is different to the GP Mental Health Treatment Plan. The CDM enables access to 5 sessions. The current rebate from Medicare is $55.10* per session.
Please consult your GP to find out whether you are eligible for a GP Chronic Disease Management Plan.
You could also contact Medicare directly to find out more about the available Medicare Rebates for psychological support. Visit the Services Australia website for more information.
Private Health Insurance
Your private health insurance may enable you to claim part of the psychological/counselling fees back depending on your ‘extras’ plan. Most private health insurers in Australia cover services provided by registered and clinical psychologists with a Medicare provider number.
At the end of a session you will be issued a receipt with the psychologist’s provider details, which you can use to claim private health fund rebates if eligible. Contact your health fund to find out more.
Please note you cannot claim both Medicare and Private Health Insurance rebates at the same time. You must choose between one or the other.
Clinic Location
Asami Engagement Psychology is located within an integrative wellness clinic called "Living Balance Health". The address is 144 Lascelles Street, Brighton 4017. It's about 600m from Brighton State School.
Consultation Fees
50 minute consultation
**Consultation fees and Medicare rebate amounts are subject to change – please check when you book your consultation **
Consultation Fee Payment & Rebates
Please note, payment of the full consultation fee is required at the time of the session. If your GP has written a health plan that allows you to access the Medicare Rebate after you pay the full fee, we can assist you to have the rebate paid into your bank account.
Fee For Service Approach
We aim to offer a service which is reasonably priced and accessible (whilst still covering our expenses), hence consultation fees are affordable and include concession rates for eligible individuals.
Cancellations & Missed Appointments
For us to continue providing you with the best service, please note there are fees for cancellations and missed appointments. To avoid these fees, please provide a minimum of 24 working hours’ notice.
| Cancellations made with a minimum of 24 working hours notice | No fee |
| Cancellations made with less than 24 working hours notice | 100% of session fee |
| Missed appointments (without notice) | 100% of session fee |
Awards
Past Corporate Clients
In addition to our private practice we also provide support to small, medium and large private and government organisations