Ocean Reef Medical Centre: Address, Phone & Open Hours 2026

Ocean Reef Medical Centre Quick Facts for Patients

Ocean Reef Medical Centre is a long-running GP clinic in Ocean Reef, Western Australia. The practice says it was established in 1984 to care for individuals and families in the surrounding community, and its permanent doctors have Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. The practice also states it is fully accredited with AGPAL, which is a quality-assurance signal for Australian general practice.

Ocean Reef Medical Centre Appointments — HotDoc, Phone & Walk-In

Ocean Reef Medical Centre offers online booking through HotDoc, and Healthdirect also lists online appointment access. For a straightforward GP appointment, online booking is usually the fastest way to see available consult times. If you need a non-standard appointment, call reception before booking because not every issue fits a standard GP slot.

Patients should treat Ocean Reef Medical Centre as an appointment-needed clinic. That does not mean urgent problems are ignored, but it does mean you should not rely on walking in and being seen quickly. If you need same-day care, call reception early, explain the main symptom clearly, and ask whether there are cancellations, urgent slots or a more suitable after-hours option.

New patient booking tips

• Arrive early if you are new, so registration and Medicare details can be checked.
• Bring your Medicare card, photo ID and payment method.
• Bring your medication list, allergies and any recent specialist letters or hospital discharge notes.
• Call before booking if the appointment is for WorkCover, a report, a procedure, travel medicine, mental health plan or multiple issues.
• Do not use routine online booking notes for emergency symptoms. Call 000 for emergencies.

Does Ocean Reef Medical Centre Bulk Bill? — 2026 Billing Guide

Healthdirect lists Ocean Reef Medical Centre as a mixed billing service and says bulk billing is available with conditions, while fees may apply. In practical patient language, this means the clinic may bulk bill some eligible patients or services, but you should not assume every appointment will be fully covered by Medicare.

The safest question is not simply “Do you bulk bill?” Instead ask: “Will my exact appointment type be bulk billed for my Medicare card, or will I pay a private fee or gap?” This matters because GP billing can change by doctor, appointment type, weekday, service, Medicare eligibility, concession status and whether the visit includes procedures or paperwork.

Ocean Reef Medical Centre Appointment Type Picker

Use this quick guide before booking so you choose the correct appointment type. This prevents one of the most common GP problems: booking a short appointment for a complex issue and then needing to return because the GP did not have enough time.

Ocean Reef Medical Centre DNA Fee — What It Means and How to Avoid It

DNA means “Did Not Attend”. It is a clinic administration fee that may apply when a patient misses an appointment or cancels too late for the clinic to offer the slot to another patient. DNA fees are normally not Medicare-rebatable because they are not a Medicare consultation item.

For Ocean Reef Medical Centre, a fixed public DNA fee amount was not clearly displayed in the official information checked for this guide. Because of that, this page does not invent a dollar figure. The safer and more accurate advice is to confirm the current cancellation window and any non-attendance charge with reception or through the HotDoc booking confirmation before relying on a fee amount.

Ocean Reef Medical Centre Telehealth — Can New Patients Book Online?

The official Ocean Reef Medical Centre website asks patients experiencing cold, flu or COVID-like symptoms to contact the clinic to arrange a telehealth consultation. That is useful, but patients should still understand the Medicare telehealth rule: for most Medicare-rebated GP telehealth services, you generally need an established relationship with the practice, including a face-to-face consultation within the previous 12 months, unless an exception applies.

New patients should not assume the first appointment can be a Medicare-rebated telehealth consult. Call reception if you are new, have respiratory symptoms, cannot attend in person, or are unsure whether your phone/video appointment will attract a rebate.

Ocean Reef GP After Hours — What to Do When the Clinic Is Closed

Ocean Reef Medical Centre’s official notice says that from 1 July 2025 its after-hours provider will be Dial a Doctor on 1300 030 030. The practice is closed on public holidays, and weekend hours can change depending on doctor availability, so after-hours planning is important if you are unwell outside the listed weekday sessions.

If the issue is not life-threatening but you are unsure what to do, Healthdirect is available on 1800 022 222 for free nurse advice. For emergencies, call 000 or attend the nearest emergency department. Do not wait for a GP appointment for serious symptoms.

Ocean Reef Medical Centre Services — What Does This Medical Centre Offer?

The official Ocean Reef Medical Centre site lists services including family medicine, family planning, antenatal care, cervical screening, counselling, vaccinations, care plans and chronic disease management. These services cover many routine GP needs for local families, older patients, working adults and people managing long-term conditions.

For procedures, travel medicine, vaccinations, WorkCover, reports, dressings or complex reviews, call before booking. Some services may involve private fees or require longer time with a GP or nurse.

Why Is My GP Running Late? — The Honest Answer

GPs sometimes run behind schedule because the previous patient needed more time than expected. This can happen when someone presents with a mental health crisis, complex trauma, an elderly patient has several conditions, a child needs urgent assessment, abnormal results need careful explanation, or an emergency issue has to be fitted in.

This is not automatically a sign that the practice is disorganised. It is part of the human reality of general practice. A good GP may need to slow down and manage a serious issue safely rather than cutting a patient short. If timing matters, call reception before leaving home and ask whether your doctor is running on time.

Ocean Reef Medical Centre Location & Parking — How to Get There

Ocean Reef Medical Centre is located at Unit 1, 81 Marina Boulevard, Ocean Reef WA 6027. Use this address for Google Maps, ride-share, family drop-off or appointment planning. Ocean Reef is a coastal northern Perth suburb, so patients may come from nearby areas such as Mullaloo, Currambine, Iluka, Heathridge, Connolly, Beldon and Joondalup.

• Driving: use 81 Marina Boulevard as the destination and allow time for parking near the clinic.
• Public transport: check current Transperth routes before travelling, especially if arriving from Joondalup or nearby suburbs.
• Accessibility: call ahead if you need mobility access, drop-off support or assistance entering the clinic.
• Similar names: do not confuse Ocean Reef Medical Centre with Prendiville Ave Medical Centre or overseas “Ocean Reef” medical centres.

What to Bring to Ocean Reef Medical Centre

Bring the right items so reception and the GP can process your appointment properly. This matters most if you are a new patient, attending for paperwork, discussing WorkCover, requesting referrals, managing chronic disease or booking a longer consultation.

Who Ocean Reef Medical Centre May Suit Best

Ocean Reef Medical Centre may suit patients who want a long-running local GP clinic near Marina Boulevard, especially families and individuals living around Ocean Reef and nearby northern Perth coastal suburbs.

Ocean Reef Medical Centre Reviews — What Patients Should Look For

When reading Ocean Reef Medical Centre reviews, look for useful details rather than only star ratings. Strong review signals include whether booking was easy, whether reception explained fees, whether the GP listened, whether patients understood follow-up steps, and whether waiting time was communicated clearly.

The patient-style notes below are realistic examples to help visitors prepare. They are not presented as verified public reviews or official testimonials.

Common Mistakes to Avoid Before Visiting Ocean Reef Medical Centre

• Do not assume every appointment is bulk billed just because bulk billing may be available with conditions.
• Do not book a standard appointment for a Mental Health Care Plan, chronic disease plan or multiple complex issues.
• Do not arrive without Medicare card, photo ID and a payment method if you are new or unsure about fees.
• Do not rely on telehealth as a new patient unless reception confirms Medicare rebate eligibility.
• Do not miss or cancel late without checking the clinic’s cancellation policy.
• Do not use routine GP booking for emergency symptoms.
• Do not confuse this clinic with Prendiville Ave Medical Centre or overseas Ocean Reef clinics.
• Do not request reports, WorkCover paperwork or procedures without asking whether extra time or fees apply.

Nearby Medical Centre Guides for Ocean Reef and Perth Patients

If Ocean Reef Medical Centre is fully booked, or you want to compare nearby Perth GP access, use these related WA medical centre guides from medicalcentre-au.org. These are not all in the same suburb, but they are existing WA pages that help users compare GP access, mixed billing, bulk billing, opening hours, parking and appointment pathways.

How This Ocean Reef Medical Centre Guide Was Checked

This guide was built from official and trusted sources, including the Ocean Reef Medical Centre website, Ocean Reef Medical Centre contact page, HotDoc booking listing, Healthdirect listing and Australian Government/Healthdirect guidance for telehealth and after-hours care.

Clinic billing, appointment availability, doctor rosters, public holiday hours, weekend access, cancellation rules and booking links can change. Always confirm final details directly with the clinic before travelling or relying on fee information.

FAQ — Ocean Reef Medical Centre Common Questions

Official Sources & Patient Disclaimer

This page is an independent patient guide for medicalcentre-au.org. It is not the official website of Ocean Reef Medical Centre, HotDoc, Healthdirect, Medicare, Services Australia or any WA government health service. It does not provide medical diagnosis, treatment or emergency advice.

Official and trusted sources checked before writing include Ocean Reef Medical Centre’s website and contact page, HotDoc, Healthdirect, Services Australia telehealth information and Healthdirect after-hours health advice.