Fees
The fee structure for Dr Sarah Birks is listed below. It is based on rebates available under the Medicare Benefits Schedule as well as current market rates. We strive to keep our fees lower than those recommended by the Australian Medical Association for specialist consultations.
The amount you are billed depends on whether you are a new patient or returning for a review.
Fees may be paid via EFTPOS or Cash.
Please note that we do not accept American Express.
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Health care card – please inform front desk, reduced rate will be applied.
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Routine postop within 6 weeks – no extra charges.
Telehealth
Please note, only review consultations can be performed over telehealth, at a rate of $90.​
Duration of appointment
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40 minutes
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15 minutes
Amount you
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$193​
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$115
Medicare
Rebate
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$81.30
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$40.85
Type of appointment
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New Patient,
standard consultation
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Review Patient,
standard consultation
Amount you are out of pocket
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$111.70
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$74.15
Ultrasound
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Dr Birks may perform ultrasound as part of your clinical assessment. This will incur an additional fee:
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Amount you
are billed
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$42
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$45
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$230
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$315
Medicare
Rebate
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$30.10
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$33.45
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$154.05
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$203.70
Ultrasound Service
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Ultrasound of breast
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Ultrasound of thyroid
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Ultrasound guided breast aspiration
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Ultrasound guided thyroid aspiration
Amount you are out of pocket
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$11.90
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$11.55
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$75.95
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$111.30