REFERRALS

Patients/clients of Dr Leah come from a variety of referral sources and are covered under a variety of funding arrangements. This includes but is not limited to the following:

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• ​ General Practitioners (GP) – particularly under a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan (where you are entitled to a rebate under Medicare – see section below called Medicare.

• Self-referral (private patient) - you are not required to have a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan (however, will need this if you want a Medicare rebate).  If you have private health, you could be eligible for a rebate through your insurer.  

• Department of Veteran’s Affairs (DVA)

• WorkCover - Australia Wide

• ​AFL Players Association

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MEDICARE

At present, Medicare provides rebates for up to 10 psychological treatment sessions per calendar year (January–December).  To access these rebates, you must first obtain a Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) from your GP before attending your initial appointment.  When booking an appointment with your GP, it is recommended that you advise the receptionist that you are seeking a Mental Health Treatment Plan, as a longer consultation or multiple appointments may be required.

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​Please note:

Dr Leah does not currently accept referrals funded through:

• Victim Services

• Compulsory Third Party (CTP) Motor Accident Insurance claims

• The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

• Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plans​

• She also does not see patients under the age of 18 years.