Now bulk billing.
$0 out of pocket.
If you have a valid Medicare card, your standard GP consultation at Ripley Medical & Skin Clinic is now fully covered. No gap fees. No surprises. Just healthcare the way it should be.
What's covered by Medicare
If you have a valid Medicare card, the following standard GP services are now bulk billed at our practice. No out-of-pocket cost. No paperwork to chase.
Standard GP consultations
Level A, B, C and D appointments with our team of doctors
Phone consultations
Telephone consultations where eligible (video consults are not offered)
Saturday & Sunday clinics
After-hours weekend consultations
Health assessments
Including menopause and antenatal consultations
Catch-up immunisations
Vaccination schedule consultations
Full body skin checks
Routine skin examinations with our GPs
Implanon insertion & removal
Contraceptive implant procedures
Mirena insertion & removal
Hormonal IUD procedures
Reception will always tell you in advance.
If any private fee applies to your appointment, our team will let you know before you book or before your consultation begins. No bill shock, no awkward conversations at the front desk.
Services that still attract a fee
Some services aren't fully covered by Medicare or fall outside our bulk billing arrangements. The fees below apply to those specific services.
Why some services still have a fee
Procedural services, ADHD assessments, treatments not fully covered by Medicare (such as medicinal cannabis and iron infusions), skin treatments, injection therapies, and certain medical paperwork sit outside the standard GP bulk billing arrangement. Fees are payable at the time of consultation by cash, EFTPOS or credit card.
Procedural services
Quoted at bookingSkin biopsies, lesion procedures, wound repair, and other minor procedures all attract a private fee. The exact amount depends on the procedure performed, its complexity, and the MBS item billed. Medicare rebates apply where eligible.
Please discuss the fee for your specific procedure with reception when booking. We'll always confirm the cost with you before your appointment so there are no surprises.
ADHD & specialty consultations
7 services · flat feeThese consultations are billed at a flat private fee. Reception will let you know in advance what to expect.
Skin treatments & injection therapies
8 services · flat feeInjection therapy pricing starts from the listed amount and may vary based on the number of sites treated and the complexity of your case. Lesion excisions are billed at a fixed out-of-pocket cost after Medicare rebate.
Medical paperwork & records
3 services · flat fee, GST inclusiveThese services aren't covered by Medicare. All fees include GST and are payable at the time of consultation.
Consultations without Medicare
5 services · private feeIf you don't have a valid Medicare card, the following fees apply depending on the type of consultation and the doctor you see. Reception will confirm which tier applies before your appointment. You may be able to claim some of this back through your private health insurance.
Not sure what you'll be charged?
Reception will always tell you in advance if a private fee applies to your appointment. If you'd like to confirm pricing before booking, please call us on (07) 5316 7868. Fees may vary depending on the complexity of your consultation and the specific items billed.
Becoming a new patient
If this is your first visit, please plan to arrive five minutes before your consultation, or fill out a new patient form online via HotDoc. Bring the following with you on the day:
Make us your usual practice with MyMedicare.
MyMedicare is a voluntary patient registration model from the Australian Government. Registering with us as your usual practice strengthens the relationship between you, your GP, and our team. It also helps us coordinate your care more effectively over time.
It's completely free, registration won't affect your Medicare benefits, and you can opt out at any time.
Register for MyMedicareWhat you should know.
A few practice policies and processes to help your visit run smoothly.
Phone consults
Phone consultations are available for eligible patients. We don't offer video consults. If you need referrals or paperwork after a phone consult, contact reception to arrange collection or electronic delivery.
Test results
A follow-up appointment is usually needed to discuss your results. Telephone advice will only be given when authorised by your doctor. We'll always contact you about urgent results as a priority.
Privacy & correspondence
Electronic medical information is sent via encrypted secure messaging. Printed results travel by tracked post. We don't accept patient enquiries via email and never send personal health information to personal email addresses.
Communication assistance
If you need a translator or interpreter, please let reception know on arrival. A phone interpreter may be available. For Auslan, bookings can be made via NABS at nabs.org.au or call 1800 246 945.
After hours care
Outside our opening hours, we're partnered with Hello Home Doctor for after-hours care. Call 13 41 00 for assistance. For medical emergencies, always call 000.
Walk-ins welcome
We're an appointment-based practice but always welcome walk-in patients where possible. Standard consultations are up to 15 minutes; some appointments may need additional time.
Your questions, answered.
001 Is Ripley Medical & Skin Clinic a bulk billing practice?
Yes. From 6 May 2026, we bulk bill all Medicare-eligible patients for standard GP consultations. If you have a valid Medicare card, your appointment will be fully covered with no out-of-pocket cost.
Some services still attract a private fee, including procedural services (such as skin biopsies, lesion procedures, and wound repair), ADHD assessments, medicinal cannabis and iron infusion consultations, skin treatments and injection therapies, and certain medical paperwork like Commercial Drivers Medicals. Reception will always let you know in advance if a fee applies to your appointment.
002 What if I don't have a Medicare card?
If you don't have a valid Medicare card, a private fee will apply at the time of your consultation. Our consultation fees without Medicare start at $85 for a standard Level B consultation, with longer consultations or appointments with certain doctors charged at different rates. You may be able to claim some of this back through your private health insurance.
Please call reception on (07) 5316 7868 before booking so we can let you know what to expect.
003 How do I book an appointment?
You can book online through HotDoc at any time, or call our reception team on (07) 5316 7868 during opening hours.
004 What should I bring to my appointment?
Please bring:
- Photo ID
- Your Medicare card
- Any concession cards or DVA cards
- WorkCover patients: employer contact details
If you're a new patient, please arrive five minutes before your appointment time, or complete the new patient form on HotDoc beforehand.
005 Do you offer phone or video consultations?
We offer phone consultations for eligible patients. We don't currently offer video consultations. Please call reception on (07) 5316 7868 to confirm if a phone consult is suitable for your appointment type.
If you need referrals or paperwork after a phone consultation, please contact reception to arrange collection or electronic delivery.
006 Will I be told about any fees before my appointment?
Yes. Our reception team will always let you know in advance if a private fee applies to your appointment, so there are no surprises. If you'd like to confirm fees before booking, call us on (07) 5316 7868.
007 How do I get my test results?
A follow-up appointment is usually required to discuss your results. Telephone advice will only be given if your doctor has authorised it. We will always attempt to contact you regarding any urgent results.
008 What is MyMedicare and should I register?
MyMedicare is a voluntary patient registration scheme from the Australian Government. It strengthens the relationship between you, your GP, and our team, and gives access to longer phone consultations and improved continuity of care.
Registration is free, doesn't affect your Medicare benefits, and you can leave the program at any time. Register with us here.
In a medical emergency, call triple zero.
For life-threatening emergencies, don't wait for an appointment. Call 000 immediately or attend your nearest emergency department.
Other helpful numbers.
Practice policies & disclaimers
The information on this page is general in nature and should not be taken as medical or financial advice. Information about Medicare benefits, MBS items, and bulk billing arrangements is current as of the date last updated and is subject to change in line with Australian Government policy.
Bulk billing applies to Medicare-eligible patients with a valid Medicare card for eligible MBS services. Some services may not be eligible for bulk billing or may sit outside Medicare entirely, in which case a private fee will apply. Our reception team will always confirm any applicable fees with you before your appointment.
The fees listed for private services are estimates based on standard MBS item billings and current practice schedules and are subject to change. Final fees may vary depending on the complexity of your consultation, the specific items billed, and your individual circumstances. Injection therapy pricing starts from the listed amount and may vary depending on the number of sites treated. Please confirm current fees with reception before booking.
Ripley Medical & Skin Clinic complies with the AHPRA Advertising Guidelines for regulated health services and the Therapeutic Goods Advertising Code 2021. We do not advertise testimonials, before/after images, or comparative claims about clinical outcomes.
For practice policies including our Privacy of Personal Health Information Policy, Your Rights as a Patient, and Social Media Policy, please see the linked documents.
Patient Information
Information At Your Fingertips
If you are a new patient to our clinic, please arrive at least five minutes before your consultation or fill out a new patient form here and bring the following to your consultation:
- Photo ID
- A valid Medicare card
- Workcover patients will need to inform their employer and bring their employer’s contact details for verification to arrange payment.
Consultations
| Services | Fee | Rebate | Gap Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Consultation (23) | $83.00 | $43.90 | $39.10 |
| Long Consultation (36) | $128.00 | $84.90 | $43.10 |
| Extended consultation (44) | $168.00 | $125.10 | $42.90 |
| Telehealth (91891) | $83.00 | $43.90 | $39.10 |
| Full Body Skin Check (36) | $138.00 | $84.90 | $53.10 |
| Iron Infusion (36) | $223.00 | $84.90 | $138.10 |
| Acupuncture (197) Initial Level C | $128.00 | $83.65 | $44.35 |
| Acupuncture (193) Subsequent Level B | $88.00 | $43.20 | $44.80 |
| Biopsy (30071 + 23) | $186.00 | $95.75 | $90.25 |
| Biopsy x2 (30071 + 30071 + 23) | $239.00 | $121.70 | $117.30 |
| Biopsy x3 (30071 + 30071 + 30071 + 23) | $267.00 | $134.70 | $132.30 |
| Implanon Removal (30062 + 23) | $186.00 | $104.15 | $81.85 |
| Implanon Insertion (14206 + 23) | $161.00 | $79.20 | $81.80 |
| Implanon Removal and Insertion (30062 + 14206 +36) | $309.00 | $180.45 | $128.55 |
| Antenatal Appointment (16500) | $98.00 | $46.75 | $51.25 |
| Mirena Insertion/Removal (23) | $153.00 | $43.90 | $109.10 |
| Ear Suctioning (23) | $153.00 | $43.90 | $109.10 |
| Wedge Resection (23) | $153.00 | $43.90 | $109.10 |
| Travel Consultation (36) | $123.00 | $84.90 | $38.10 |
| Catch-up Immunisation Schedule (36) | $123.00 | $84.90 | $38.10 |
| Menopause Health Assessment (695) | $153.00 | $101.90 | $51.10 |
| ADHD Assessment Adult (2713) | $203.00 | $83.65 | $119.35 |
| ADHD Assessment Child (2713) | $153.00 | $83.65 | $69.35 |
| ADHD Repeat Script (2713 or 92127) | $110.00 | $83.65 | $26.35 |
| CBD Initial Consultation (36) | $233.00 | $84.90 | $148.10 |
| CBD Review Consultations (36) | $128.00 | $84.90 | $43.10 |
AFTER HOURS
| Services | Fee | Rebate | Gap Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Consultation (5020) | $98.00 | $57.15 | $40.85 |
| Long Consultation (5040) | $143.00 | $98.00 | $44.00 |
| Extended Consultation (5060) | $188.00 | $137.40 | $50.60 |
| Saturday Telehealth (91891) ALL PATIENTS | $83.00 | $43.90 | $39.10 |
| Sunday Telehealth (91891) ALL PATIENTS | $98.00 | $43.90 | $54.10 |
HEALTH CARE CARD FEES
| Services | Fee | Rebate | Gap Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Consultation (23) | $70.00 | $43.90 | $26.10 |
| Long Consultation (36) | $115.00 | $84.90 | $30.10 |
| Extended Consultation (44) | $155.00 | $125.10 | $29.90 |
Fees
Introducing Mixed Billing in our Practice
Access to healthcare for the community we serve is important to us. Ripley Medical & Skin Clinic unwavering commitment to maintaining and improving the quality of healthcare services we deliver is our top priority. To protect the sustainability of our practice and ensure the standard of the services we provide; Ripley Medical & Skin Clinic will now become a Mixed- Billing practice. This will allow us to maintain the highest quality of care we provide while still being able to address our patients with substantial needs.
Starting the 1st of September of 2022, we will be introducing the “Mixed-Billing” system. Most consultations are time-based and will incur private fees for patients who are not eligible under the bulk-billing criteria. Fees are payable at the time of consultation by cash, credit card or EFTPOS.
From 1st August we will be increasing our fees by $3.
We are still able to bulk bill eligible patient groups for most of the consultation types:
- Children under 18 years of age
- Patients over 65 years old
- Commonwealth Concession Card holders
- DVA Gold Card holders
- Health Care Card holders
- Pensioner Concession Card holders
Whilst we are always here to support you, we have provided these links to further resources should you need them.
- Ambulance – Emergency only – 000
- Ambulance – Bookings – 13 12 33
- Poisons Information – 13 11 26
- After Hours Doctor – Home Visits – 13 74 25
- Interpreter Service – 1300 131 450
- Non-Urgent Health Advice – 13 HEALTH
General
Children
Appointments
New Patients Welcome
Our practice is appointment based, however we always welcome and accommodate walk-in patients. Our standard consultations are up to 15 minutes.
Appointments Types
Practice Policies
Results
A follow-up appointment is usually required to receive results. Telephone advice will only be given if authorised by your doctor. Ripley Medical & Skin Clinic will attempt to contact you regarding any urgent results.
Telehealth Disclaimer
Patients consulting via telehealth are responsible for arranging the collection of any paperwork, including referrals, following their consultation. Please contact our reception to organise collection in person or request electronic delivery.
Correspondence
Electronic medical information is transmitted via encrypted format using secure messaging software. Printed medical information is mailed through the secure post (i.e., with a tracking number). Patient diagnostic correspondence and results, whether in electronic or hard copy format, are always forwarded to the relevant doctor. The word “Confidential” is written on the correspondence. Patient information is only sent via email if it is securely encrypted. We do not accept patient enquiries or requests via email. We also do not send patient information to personal email addresses.
Communication Assistance
If you require assistance with communication (e.g. a translator) please notify our reception team upon arrival. A phone interpreter may be available. If you require an Auslan sign language interpreter during your appointment, a booking can be made online at https://www.nabs.org.au/ or by phoning 1800 246 945.
COVID-19 Vaccination Form
- Covid-19 Vaccination Consent Form
- Preparing for Covid-19 Vaccination
Appointment Types
Ripley Medical and Skin Clinic offers a wide range of appointment options, including General Consultations, Long Consultations, Telehealth Appointments, Skin Checks, Men’s and Women’s Health Checks, and Minor Procedures.
After Hours Care
Ripley Medical and Skin Clinic is partnered with Hello Home Doctor for all your after-hours care needs. For assistance, please call 13 41 00.
Useful Resources
Skin Treatment
Laser Therapy
If your face has been left with blotches, scars, wrinkles, or lines for aging, acne, or too much time in the sun, laser skin resurfacing can assist your skin look older and healthier.
The resurfacing of the skin with laser removes accurately layer by layer. The fresh skin cells that form during healing offer the skin a surface that looks tighter and younger.
Mole Mapping
For those at elevated danger of malignant melanoma, the word mole mapping generally relates to a monitoring program. To recognize and assess lesions of interest, it may include a clinical skin examination and dermoscopy.
Mole mapping is designed to diagnose melanoma by recognizing fresh moles or shifts in pre-existing moles at the earliest feasible point.
Wrinkle Treatment
Laser resurfacing is a method for removing the upper layers of skin using a wand-like laser tool. It is sometimes called “laser peeling” because it removes ancient skin cells to expose newer, more youthful cells. Since a laser is used by the method, a dermatologist has accurate control over the therapy depth, reducing complications to the surrounding tissue.
Photodynamic Therapy Face
It is a type of phototherapy or light therapy and becomes increasingly common as an acne treatment, especially in serious instances that do not react to other medicines.
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) can also work for other skin circumstances, such as sun-damaged skin, precancerous cells, and skin infection.
Forearms
Both skin type and genetics can determine if a individual receives crepey skin and it is more prevalent in elderly individuals, generally not appearing until individuals are in their 40s at least.
However, ultraviolet (UV) radiation is the most prevalent cause of crepey skin. The American Association of Dermatology claims that the most preventable cause of early skin harm is exposure to UV radiation.
Melanoma Detection
Early detection medical tests. Epiluminescence microscopy, or dermoscopy, is a painless medical method used to detect melanoma prematurely. The patterns of size, shape, and pigmentation in pigmented skin lesions can be evaluated by a doctor using a handheld device.
Skin Cancer Surgery
A specially trained surgeon performs the Mohs operation. First, the surgeon removes a very thin skin layer (including the tumor) and then microscopically checks the sample removed. If cancer cells are seen, it will remove and examine another layer.
Sport Medicine
Innovative Pain Laser Therapy
Additionally, studies indicate the effect of low-level laser therapy on pain, muscle spasm, morning stiffness, burns, carpal tunnel, and fibromyalgia.
Acute Chronic Musculoskeletal
Different types of manual therapy, or mobilization, can be used to treat people with spinal alignment problems. For some acute musculoskeletal pain, these techniques have been shown to speed recovery.
Pain Management
Post-Surgery Pain Management
Typically, severe pain can be handled effectively after surgery. Modern medicines for pain and anesthesia can regulate post-operative pain and assist cure your body. If you’re having surgery, after the operation it’s natural to have pain issues as well as the hazards associated with strong pain medicines.
Sports Injury Pain Management
There are a number of therapy alternatives for pain relief that help decrease the painful symptoms after a sport injury, including: Minimally Invasive Treatment Options, such as Epidural Steroid Injections. Tenotomy percutaneous or fasciotomy. Biofeedback. Acupuncture. Diagnostic Injections. Therapeutic Injections.
Aesthetics
Occupational Health
Work Assessments including Work Cover
A workforce risk management instrument used to screen people for risk variables that may restrict their capacity to perform a job securely and efficiently is pre-employment medical assessments.
We provides extensive and detailed medical examinations, pre-placement and regular medical evaluations that can be tailored to your company requirements.
Travel Medicine
Travel Medicine Risk Assessment
We are happy to give travel health services to our registered patients. Our nurse utilizes up-to-date data to inform you about your health requirements around the globe. They can take most of the vaccinations and provide treatment prescriptions where necessary.
Many individuals take long-haul vacations that require complex vaccine classes.
Vaccinations
Recommended vaccines for all athletes. Inactivated tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, influenza, hepatitis A, hepatitis B vaccines and live measles, mumps, and varicella vaccines (if immunity is not proven by a natural infection) are suggested consistently for adult elite athletes.
Allied Health
Chiropractor
Chiropractors use hands-on spinal manipulation and other alternative therapies, with the hypothesis that adequate alignment of the musculoskeletal structure of the body, especially the spine, will allow the body to cure itself without surgery or medication. Manipulation is used to restore mobility to tissue-restricted joints induced by traumatic events such as falling or repetitive stress.
Physiotherapy
Through motion and practice, manual therapy, education and counseling, physiotherapists assist individuals impacted by injury, disease or disability.
They keep individuals of all ages healthy, assisting patients to cope with pain and stop disease.
The profession helps to encourage development and facilitate recovery, enabling people to stay in work while helping them remain independent.
Podiatry
Podiatry is treating foot and ankle illnesses. It is the medicine branch that deals with the foot and ankle almost solely. Podiatry involves treating minor diseases, such as ingested toenails, but may also include surgery to enhance chronic circumstances, such as bunions or foot pain.
Remedial Massage
Remedial massage is a complementary therapy aimed at treating muscles that are harmed, knotted, tense or motionless. For a number of issues affecting the muscles, tendons and bones, it is helpful.
Therapy
Each modality uses distinct methods or focuses on distinct outcomes — for example, cognitive behavioral treatment focuses on recognizing and challenging cognitive distortions and patterns of irrational thinking, while psychodynamic treatment seeks to detect unconscious disputes or repressed memories that may contribute to problems in the real world.
Audiology
Audiology is a fast-growing field and there is a definite need for audiological services. A domestic hearing research showed that about 16 percent of the population has a substantial hearing loss.
Acupuncture
Laser and Traditional Acupuncture
Aser acupuncture is a form of acupuncture-like low-level laser treatment (LLLT). … Although proof from traditional Chinese medicine given an explanation for these consequences, the analgesic impacts of laser acupuncture have yet to be verified in a conclusive manner.
MyMedicare
MyMedicare
We invite all existing and new patients who consider us to be your preferred practice, to register for MyMedicare. To complete a registration, scan the QR code or register using the link provided on this page. If you have any questions, please contact our team.
What is MyMedicare?
The Australian Government has introduced a new voluntary patient registration model called MyMedicare to drive improvements in primary health care for all Australians and deliver new funding packages to primary care providers. MyMedicare will strengthen the relationship between patients and their health care teams by allowing patients to register with their regular general practice and select their preferred GP and providers within the practice. This registration aims to strengthen the relationship between you, your GP, and the team at Ripley Medical & Skin Clinic. For more information, please see the Registering in MyMedicare Factsheet for Patients.
What are the benefits of MyMedicare for our patients?
The key benefits to you include better access, better continuity of care, and better planning. Registration in MyMedicare is not compulsory, however it is recommended to improve continuity of care for patients. You can also change your mind and leave the program at any time. It does not affect your Medicare rights or benefits. Please reach out to our team if you have any questions.
FAQ
Is Ripley Medical & Skin Clinic a Bulk Billing Practice?
Ripley Medical & Skin Clinic is a mixed billing practice.
- We Bulk bill patients 16 and under
- DVA card holders
- Concession and Pensioner card holders
What if I don't have a Medicare card?
If you do not have a Medicare card, you will incur a fee payable at the time of the consult I which can be claimed back through your Private Insurance.
How do I book an appointment?
Please use the online booking button on this page or call the practice on 07 5316 7868 to make an appointment.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Please bring:
- Photo ID
- Medicare card
- Any concession cards
Do you offer telehealth consultations?
Telehealth is offered under some circumstances, please check with the practice via telephone if this is available to you 07 5316 7868.
