Your Questions
Answered
1. How Do I Book an Appointment with Psychiatrist?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Snezana, you will need a referral from your General Practitioner (GP). Once we receive the referral, Dr. Snezana will review it to assess suitability and availability. You may be asked to complete additional forms and provide supporting documents, such as school reports, specialist assessments, or allied health reports. Once all required documents are received, our administrator Alana, will contact you with the outcome, booking options, fee details, and any additional information we may require.
2. Do I Need a GP Referral for Counselling or Psychosexual Therapy?
No, a GP referral is not required to book an appointment with Dr. Nenad (Psychosexual Therapist) or Nevenka (Counsellor & Life Coach). Please note that these services are not eligible for Medicare rebates or private health insurance claims.
Session Fees
Initial session (individual) - $200
Follow up (individual) - $150
Initial session (couple) - $300
Follow up (couple) - $200
Our fees are structured to be affordable and lower than typical out-of-pocket (GAP) expenses charged for similar services.
3. Do You Offer Bulk Billing?
No, we are a private billing practice, and bulk billing is not available.
4. How Much Does a Psychiatric Consultation Cost?
Our psychiatric consultation fees vary depending on the type and length of the appointment. We are transparent about pricing, with no hidden fees.
New Patient Fees:
Initial Consultation: $600.00 | Medicare Rebate: $255.90
Comprehensive Assessment (no ongoing treatment): $1,020.00 | Medicare Rebate: $444.90
Partner/Family Interview: $372.00 | Medicare Rebate: $130.85
Follow-Up Consultation Fees (Ongoing Patients):
Standard Appointment (30 minutes): $372.00 | Medicare Rebate: $130.85
Extended Follow-Up (45 minutes): $498.00 | Medicare Rebate: $180.55
Partner/Family Member Interview (15-30 minutes): $252.00 | Medicare Rebate: $85.00
Partner/Family Member Interview (30-45 minutes): $372.00 | Medicare Rebate: $130.85
** Medicare rebates listed above are approximate and may vary based on your Medicare Safety Net Threshold status.
5. What is your Cancellation Policy?
You will receive an SMS reminder for your appointment. We require confirmation of your attendance. If we do not receive confirmation, your appointment may be offered to another patient.
Same-day cancellations or missed appointments will incur full fees.
If you require a new appointment after missing one, you will be placed on the waitlist.
6. How Do I Pay for My Appointment?
All payments must be made on the day of the consultation via EFTPOS or cash.
7. Will I Receive a Diagnosis in My First Appointment?
Not necessarily. The diagnostic process depends on the complexity of your concerns, the information available at the initial assessment, and whether further assessment is required.
8. Do You Offer Telehealth Appointments?
Yes, telehealth consultations are available.
9. Do You Provide Inpatient Services?
If you have private health insurance and are admitted to St Andrew’s Hospital, psychiatric treatment will be billed directly to Medicare and your health fund under a NO GAP arrangement.
10. Do You Accept WorkCover and DVA Patients?
Yes. For approved WorkCover and DVA patients, all accounts will be billed directly to the relevant authority for both inpatient and outpatient services.
Contact
admin@rrclinic.com.au
(07) 4602 2070
Radiant Recovery Clinic acknowledges Traditional Owners of the Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past, present and emerging.
