Scripts & Referrals

Ongoing prescriptions for your regular medication require a brief script appointment with a doctor. This can be done via a telephone consultation. If you have not seen your doctor within 6 months, you will be required to make a face to face appointment. Please give at least 7 days notice prior to your medication running out to get the most convenient appointment time. If your medication requires a permit, is for pain or sleep medication or antibiotics, a face to face appointment with your doctor is required.

New prescriptions require a face to face appointment with your doctor. This is to ensure patients' safety in regards to the dose, any known allergies as well as any other medication you may be taking.  

Ongoing referrals require an appointment with a doctor. This can be done via a telephone consultation. 

New referrals require a face to face appointment with your doctor. This is to ensure patients' are referred appropriately to specialists/allied health professionals. You will not receive a Medicare rebate without a current referral.

For all referrals, please ensure that you are prepared and allow at least 4 days notice to schedule an appointment with your GP. Referrals can not be backdated.