About Us
We're here for you every step of the way
To provide high-quality, accessible health care is our reason for being. Bendigo Doctors strives to deliver top-notch, safe care for our patients in an environment our staff is proud to work in. We aim to help the community people live longer and healthier through delivering safe, personal, coordinated care.
Vision
To provide high-quality, accessible health care is our reason for being. Bendigo Doctors strives to deliver top-notch, safe care for our patients in an environment our staff is proud to work in. We aim to help the community people live longer and healthier through delivering safe, personal, coordinated care.
Mission
Our mission is to put our patients in control of your health journey. We provide personalized care plans, clear information, and a welcoming environment to empower you to reach your full potential.
Core Values
What makes us different
At Bendigo Doctors, we are passionate about improving lives through knowledge and empowerment.
You're the Focus
We listen and work with you to make informed decisions about your health.
Proactive Care
We focus on proactive and preventive care to optimize your health, not just treat illness.
Compassion
We foster a trusting relationship by treating you with warmth, empathy, and respect.
Shared Decision Making
Together, we explore your treatment options to make the best decision for your needs.
Our Team
The Team Of Great Doctors Behind Bendigo Doctors
At Bendigo Doctors, our licensed general practitioners provide expert medical care tailored to your unique needs. With years of clinical experience, we deliver evidence-based treatments for acute illnesses, chronic disease management, preventive health screenings, and comprehensive family medicine.
Our Team
The Team Of Great Doctors Behind Bendigo Doctors
At Bendigo Doctors, our licensed general practitioners provide expert medical care tailored to your unique needs. With years of clinical experience, we deliver evidence-based treatments for acute illnesses, chronic disease management, preventive health screenings, and comprehensive family medicine.
Our Partners
Insurance Companies That Work With Us
Patient Resources
We are a Bulk Billing Practice. Our doctors do not charge any out-of-pocket fees for medical consultations in person, by phone, or via Telehealth video call, NIP vaccinations, health assessments, mental health care plans, and GP chronic care management plans.
Please note: Out-of-pocket charges apply for all medical procedures (biopsies, ear flushing, excisions), non-NIP vaccinations, pre-employment checks, driving medicals (commercial and non-commercial), work clearance/fitness forms, Centrelink forms, carer allowance forms, accessible parking forms, disability allowance forms (including NDIS), multi-purpose taxi application forms, and services for all non-Medicare entities.
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 consultation by cash, credit card or EFTPOS.
BULK BILLING IS AVAILABLE to eligible patient groups for most of the consultation types:
- Children under 16 years of age
- Commonwealth Concession Card holders
- DVA Gold Card holders
- Health Care Card holders
- Pensioner Concession Card holders
We take the privacy and security of your information seriously. Your medical record is a confidential document, and our clinic is equipped to protect that information.Our stringent practice policy means we always maintain the security of personal health data and ensure that it is only available to authorised staff. We abide by the Australian Privacy Principles available at: www.oaic.gov.au/privacy/australian-privacy-principles.
Bendigo Doctors provides your family with complete medical care for every family member, from infants to the oldest family members.
We offer a full range of services, from physical examinations and annual check-ups to managing chronic medical conditions, acute medical care, and family planning.
Fees & Medicare Rebates
Consultations (8:00 am- 6:00 pm) Monday to Friday
| Services | Fee | Rebate | Gap Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Consultation | $70.00 | $39.75 | $30.25 |
| Standard Consultation - Results/Recall/Follow-up | $60.00 | $39.75 | $20.25 |
| Long Consultation | $130.00 | $76.95 | $53.05 |
| Pension & Healthcare Card Holders; and DVA holders | Bulk-billed | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Children under 16 years old | Bulk-billed | $0.00 | $0.00 |
After 6:00 pm Monday- Friday, After 1:00 pm Saturday, All day Sunday & Public holidays
| Services | Fee | Rebate | Gap Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Consultation | $85.00 | $51.80 | $33.20 |
| Standard Consultation - Results/Recall/Follow-up | $75.00 | $51.80 | $23.20 |
| Long Consultation | $140.00 | $88.80 | $51.20 |
| Pension & Healthcare Card Holders; and DVA holders | Bulk-billed | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Children under 16 years old | Bulk-billed | $0.00 | $0.00 |
*All Workcover and TAC patients must pay on the day until their insurer provides a claim number to the practice.
*Other out-of-pocket fees might be applicable to:
- Home visits
- Discount home visits (for pensioners only)
- Immunisation/Vaccines
- Drive Medical Assessment (Taxi/Uber/Diabetic/Racing)
- IV medicine management
- Travel Medicine
- Procedures
- Reports
- Pre-employment medical
- Skin Treatment
- Antenatal visits
- Urine Drug screening
- Allied Health and Pathology services
- Lost/Misplaced/Repeat prescriptions & referrals
- Transfer of History
* Cancellation Policy
Any appointments cancelled within 2 hours of the booked appointment schedule or if Fail to Attend, will attract a $15.00 cancellation fee to be paid on the day or prior to the following visit.
* Late Payments
Payment is required on the day of the appointment. Accounts that have not been settled within 14days of the appointment will incur a late fee of $15 per week for every week that the account has not been settled beyond the first 14days.
