Crace Medical Centre 2026: GP, Online Doctor & Bulk Bill

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Independent patient guide · Crace ACT · 2026

Crace Medical Centre: GP Appointment, Online Doctor & Bulk Bill Guide

Crace Medical Centre is at Shop 2/56 Abena Ave, Crace Central, Crace ACT 2911. This guide helps you book a GP, check whether telehealth is suitable, understand the real bulk-billing rule, avoid after-hours fee surprises, and not confuse it with nearby YourGP@Crace.

Main phone 02 6241 0249 Reception and booking questions
Address Shop 2/56 Abena Ave Crace Central, ACT 2911
Billing Mixed billing Bulk billing only in limited cases
Online doctor Phone consults 12-month face-to-face rule for rebate
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Emergency rule: call 000 immediately for chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing difficulty, collapse, serious injury, heavy bleeding, severe allergic reaction, seizure, poisoning or any symptom that feels life-threatening.
Fast answer first

Quick Answer: Phone, Address, Booking and Bulk Billing

Main clinic Crace Medical Centre Shop 2/56 Abena Ave, Crace Central, Crace ACT 2911.
Call reception 02 6241 0249 Use for fee checks, urgent slots, procedures, telephone consults and first-visit questions.
Book online HotDoc Use for simple GP appointments when the appointment type and fee are clear.
Bulk billing Limited eligibility Weekday standard consults may be bulk billed for children under 16, concession card holders and DVA Gold Card holders.
Call 02 6241 0249 Book on HotDoc Official Website Official Fees
Do not describe this clinic as “bulk billing for everyone.” Crace Medical Centre says doctors operate mixed billing. Bulk billing is limited by patient group, appointment type and time of day. Telehealth, weekends, public holidays and after-hours appointments usually attract private fees.
Avoid wrong phone and billing rule

Crace Medical Centre vs YourGP@Crace

Crace has more than one GP clinic name appearing in searches. Mixing these details creates wrong phone numbers, wrong addresses and wrong bulk-billing information.

Clinic Address Phone Billing signal Use this if…
Crace Medical Centre
This article focus		 Shop 2/56 Abena Ave, Crace Central, Crace ACT 2911 02 6241 0249 Mixed billing. Limited weekday bulk billing for eligible groups and selected services. Your booking page, SMS, doctor or map says Crace Medical Centre / Abena Ave / Crace Central.
YourGP@Crace
Separate clinic		 1/5 Baratta Street, Crace ACT 02 6109 0000 Its new-patient information says the GPs do not bulk bill. Your appointment, doctor or clinic page says YourGP@Crace or Baratta Street.
Crace Medical CentreShop 2/56 Abena Ave, Crace Central. Phone 02 6241 0249. Mixed billing with limited weekday bulk billing for eligible groups.
YourGP@Crace1/5 Baratta Street. Phone 02 6109 0000. Separate clinic; its new-patient page says the GPs do not bulk bill.
Trust rule: match the clinic name, address and phone before booking. Do not copy YourGP@Crace fees into Crace Medical Centre, and do not copy Crace Medical Centre bulk-bill eligibility into YourGP@Crace.
Clickable micro-steps

How to Book a Crace Medical Centre GP Appointment

Confirm you mean Crace Medical Centre at Abena Ave. Search results can show YourGP@Crace at Baratta Street. Check the clinic name before clicking a booking link.
Use HotDoc for simple GP bookings. If your appointment is a standard GP consult and the fee is clear, use the official HotDoc path.
Open HotDoc Booking
Call for online doctor / telephone consults. Ask whether you meet the Medicare face-to-face requirement and whether the doctor charges a private telehealth fee.
Call Reception
Ask the exact billing question before confirming. Say: “Is this appointment bulk billed, mixed billed, privately billed, or after-hours billed for me?”
Cancel early if you cannot attend. Official pages mention a missed-appointment fee of $40, with at least 2 hours’ notice on some pages and 4 hours’ notice on the first-visit page. Give as much notice as possible.
Booking script: “Hi, I’m trying to book Crace Medical Centre at Shop 2/56 Abena Ave. Is this a standard GP appointment, phone consult, long consult, procedure or after-hours visit? Can you confirm the fee, rebate and whether I qualify for bulk billing?”
Online doctor / phone consult

Crace Medical Centre Online Doctor and Telehealth Rules

The official site says phone consultations are offered by Crace doctors. It also says that, for a telephone consultation, you are required to have had an on-site consultation with one of the doctors in the previous 12 months.

Can be suitable for Simple follow-up care Results discussion, medication review, known issue, referral discussion or follow-up may be suitable if the doctor agrees. Ask first
Usually not suitable for Hands-on examination Chest exam, wound care, injections, immunisation, skin procedure, ECG, spirometry or urgent symptoms may need in-person care. In-person likely
Billing warning Private fees apply The site says private fees apply to all telehealth consultations, and the FAQ says telehealth is generally not bulk billed. Fee check
Telehealth question Plain-English answer What to ask reception
Can I book a phone consult? Yes, phone consultations are offered, but suitability depends on the doctor and appointment type. “Can this issue safely be handled by phone?”
Will Medicare rebate apply? The site says Medicare requires an on-site face-to-face appointment with one of the doctors within the past 12 months. “Do I meet the 12-month face-to-face rule?”
Is telehealth bulk billed? Do not assume. Official billing pages say private fees apply to telehealth / telephone consultations. “What is the phone consult fee and rebate?”
Can scripts or referrals be done by phone? Official notes say prescriptions and referrals require an appointment; prescriptions from phone appointments may be sent by eScript SMS or to pharmacy. “Do I need an appointment for this script or referral?”
Official FAQ Official About / Policy Notes
Bulk bill reality check

Does Crace Medical Centre Bulk Bill?

The practical answer is: sometimes, for eligible patients and eligible services. Independent doctors at the centre operate mixed billing, and actual fees may vary by doctor.

Weekday standard consults Eligible groups only Children under 16, Commonwealth Concession Card holders and DVA Gold Card holders may be bulk billed during standard weekday hours. 8am–5pm rule
All Medicare card holders Selected services only Preventive health screening, childhood immunisation and over-75 mandatory older-driver medicals are listed as bulk-bill available services. Service-specific
Not bulk billed Telehealth, weekend, after-hours Official pages warn that bulk billing may not be available for telephone consults, weekends, after-hours or public holidays. Private fee likely
Patient / appointment Billing answer What to ask before booking
Child under 16 / 15 and under Bulk billing may apply on standard weekdays; wording differs slightly across official pages. “Is this doctor bulk billing children for this appointment type today?”
Commonwealth Concession Card holder Weekday standard consults may be bulk billed during normal weekday hours. “Does my concession card qualify for this appointment?”
DVA Gold Card holder Weekday standard consults may be bulk billed during normal weekday hours. “Do I need to bring anything other than my DVA card?”
Adult Medicare card holder without concession Mixed billing / private fee is the safest answer for normal GP consults. “What is the fee, Medicare rebate and out-of-pocket gap?”
Telephone consultation Official pages say private fees apply to telehealth / phone consults. “Is this phone consult Medicare-rebatable and what will I pay?”
Weekend, public holiday, after-hours No bulk billing is generally available for any group. “Is this appointment after-hours billed?”
Official Billing & Fees Services Australia Bulk Billing Healthdirect GP Search
Fee details users need

Crace Medical Centre Fees: Weekday, After-Hours and Phone Consults

The official billing page says actual fees are set independently by each doctor and the listed prices are typical fee ranges, not a complete list.

Appointment type Typical fee listed Medicare rebate listed Patient action
Weekday standard consultation, approx. 10 minutes $90 $43.90 Ask whether your doctor bulk bills your patient group or charges the gap.
Weekday long consultation, approx. 20 minutes $160 $84.90 Choose a long consult for complex, multiple or paperwork-heavy issues.
Weekday telephone consultation $100 $43.90 Confirm Medicare rebate eligibility and 12-month face-to-face rule.
Weekend / public holiday / after-hours standard consultation $100 $43.90 Expect private billing; no bulk billing for these times.
Weekend / public holiday / after-hours long consultation $170 $84.90 Ask total fee before booking, especially for long or complex care.
Home visit for existing patients within 3 km $350 $85.40 Call reception; home visits are for existing patients within the stated radius.
Missed appointment $40 fee risk Official pages mention a $40 missed appointment / did-not-attend fee.
Cancel early 2–4 hours’ notice Official pages show both 2-hour and 4-hour cancellation language. Give as much notice as possible.
Private fees vary Doctor sets fee Ask reception or the doctor for the exact fee for your appointment type.
Fee script: “Can you please tell me the total fee, Medicare rebate, out-of-pocket cost, and whether this is standard hours, after-hours, telephone, long consult or another private-fee appointment?”
Hours with warning

Crace Medical Centre Opening Hours

Crace Medical Centre pages say it is open 7 days and after hours, but official pages show slightly different hour tables. Use the latest booking page or call reception before travelling, especially for Monday, Friday, weekends, public holidays and late-night appointments.

Monday
varies: 7am/9am start
Tuesday
extended to 10pm
Wednesday
extended to 10pm
Thursday
8am–5pm
Friday
varies: 5pm/6pm close
Saturday
varies by page
Sunday
varies by page
Practical rule: treat hours as doctor-availability dependent. Check HotDoc or call 02 6241 0249 before leaving, because the official site says hours can change depending on doctor availability and public holidays.
Call Reception Official Contact Page Check HotDoc Times
Interactive decision helper

Crace GP Booking Helper: HotDoc, Phone Consult, Bulk Bill, After-Hours or 000?

This tool does not diagnose symptoms. It helps you choose the safest administrative next step.

Choose the options above. Your booking route and fee warning will appear here.
Service routing

Services at Crace Medical Centre: What to Book and What to Call About

Standard GP care General practice consult Use for one clear issue, results discussion, routine illness, medication review, certificate or referral discussion. HotDoc may suit
Women’s and men’s health Book correct time Official services include women’s health and men’s health. Ask for longer time if the issue is sensitive, complex or involves procedures. Call if unsure
Skin cancer checks Ask appointment length Skin checks, mole monitoring and minor surgical procedures may need a specific doctor and longer booking. Fee check
Procedures and diagnostics Minor procedures, ECG, spirometry Call if the booking type is not listed clearly online or if the service may need room time. Call first
Iron infusions and chronic care Bring results Iron infusions, chronic disease management and preventative health may need results, care plans or longer appointments. Prepare records
Pathology Laverty Pathology on site Laverty Pathology is listed Monday to Friday, 8:30am–2pm. Bring request form
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Bring Medicare card
Needed for rebates and any bulk-bill eligibility.
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Bring concession / DVA card
Important for weekday bulk-billing eligibility.
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Bring payment card
Mixed billing, telehealth, after-hours and procedures may require payment.
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Bring medication list
Include dose, allergies and recent changes.
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Bring results and referrals
Especially for infusions, skin checks, chronic care and specialist follow-up.
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Arrive early first visit
The first-visit page says to arrive 15 minutes early to complete paperwork.
MyMedicare micro-guide

MyMedicare at Crace Medical Centre

The clinic’s MyMedicare page says eligible patients can register if they hold a valid Medicare or DVA Veteran card and have attended the practice in person twice in the last 24 months.

Eligibility Medicare or DVA Veteran card You also need two in-person visits over the last 24 months.
Preferred GP Choose one doctor The form asks patients to nominate a preferred GP from the practice list.
Cost No cost to register The form states MyMedicare registration is voluntary and free.
Useful question: “Can I register for MyMedicare here, and would it help with longer telehealth, chronic disease care or my usual GP relationship?”
Crace MyMedicare Page Government MyMedicare Info
After-hours route

After-Hours, Home Visits and Urgent Care Options

Emergency 000 Use for life-threatening symptoms. Do not book routine GP or after-hours consults for emergencies.
13SICK 13 7425 The after-hours page lists 13SICK as a Medicare bulk-billed after-hours doctor service.
Healthdirect 1800 022 222 Free 24/7 health advice by telephone from a health professional.
Walk-in centre Minor illness/injury ACT walk-in centres are listed as an option for minor illness or injury for age 2+.
Home visits Existing patients within 3 km Home visits are listed at $350 with a Medicare rebate of $85.40.
After-hours at clinic Private billing The clinic states no bulk billing for any group on weekends, after-hours and public holidays.
Call 000 Emergency Call 13SICK Call Healthdirect ACT Walk-In Centres
Location and arrival

Crace Medical Centre Address, Map and Contact Details

Address Shop 2/56 Abena Ave Crace Central, Crace ACT 2911.
Phone / fax 02 6241 0249 / 02 6262 0913 Use phone for bookings, fees and appointment-type questions.
Accessibility Ask reception Crutches and a wheelchair are available from reception; a small bond fee may apply.
Open in Google Maps Official Contact Page
Avoid these mistakes

Common Mistakes Before Booking Crace Medical Centre

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Confusing Crace Medical Centre at Abena Ave with YourGP@Crace at Baratta Street.
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Assuming “bulk bill” applies to every patient, every doctor, every appointment and every day.
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Booking telehealth without checking the 12-month face-to-face Medicare requirement.
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Expecting bulk billing after hours, on weekends or on public holidays.
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Requesting prescriptions or referrals without booking an appointment.
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Relying on one hours table when official pages show different hours and doctor availability can change.
Official links after explanation

Official Sources to Check Before You Travel

Crace Medical Centre official website

Use for clinic overview, doctors, current notices and booking link.

Open official website
Official contact page

Use for phone, fax, address and current contact options.

Open contact page
Official billing and fees

Use for mixed billing, bulk-bill eligibility, weekday/after-hours fees and telephone consult fees.

Open fees page
Official FAQ

Use for opening hours, telehealth rule, cancellation fee, pathology and skin-check booking notes.

Open FAQ
Official services page

Use for services, OSHC/OVHC note, Laverty Pathology hours and accessibility information.

Open services page
After-hours and home visits

Use for after-hours alternatives, home-visit rules, costs and emergency guidance.

Open after-hours page
YourGP@Crace official site

Use only if you meant the separate Baratta Street clinic.

Open YourGP@Crace
Healthdirect GP search

Use to compare current Crace-area GP listings, addresses and billing tags.

Open Healthdirect search
FAQ

FAQ: Crace Medical Centre GP, Online Doctor and Bulk Billing

What is Crace Medical Centre phone number?

The main phone number is 02 6241 0249.

Where is Crace Medical Centre located?

Crace Medical Centre is located at Shop 2/56 Abena Ave, Crace Central, Crace ACT 2911.

How do I book Crace Medical Centre?

You can book through the official HotDoc booking link or call reception on 02 6241 0249. Call first if you need telehealth, bulk-bill confirmation, a procedure, long consult or after-hours appointment.

Does Crace Medical Centre bulk bill?

Crace Medical Centre is mixed billing. Weekday standard consultations may be bulk billed for eligible patients such as children under 16, Commonwealth Concession Card holders and DVA Gold Card holders. Bulk billing is generally not available for telehealth, after-hours, weekends or public holidays.

Does Crace Medical Centre offer online doctor or telehealth appointments?

Yes, phone consultations are offered. To receive a Medicare rebate for telephone consultation, Medicare generally requires an on-site face-to-face appointment with one of the doctors in the previous 12 months. Private fees may apply.

What are Crace Medical Centre opening hours?

The clinic is open 7 days and after hours, but official pages show slightly different hours. Call reception or check HotDoc before travelling because hours can change with doctor availability and public holidays.

What is the standard GP consultation fee?

The official billing page lists a typical weekday standard consultation at $90 with a Medicare rebate of $43.90. Actual fees are set by each independent doctor and may vary.

What is the telephone consultation fee?

The official billing page lists telephone consultation at $100 with a Medicare rebate of $43.90, but eligibility and billing should be confirmed before booking.

What is the missed appointment fee?

Official pages mention a $40 missed appointment or did-not-attend fee. Some pages say at least 2 hours’ notice is required, while the first-visit page says 4 hours; give as much notice as possible.

Does Crace Medical Centre have pathology?

Yes. The official services page lists Laverty Pathology available Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 2pm.

Is Crace Medical Centre the same as YourGP@Crace?

No. Crace Medical Centre is at Shop 2/56 Abena Ave and phone 02 6241 0249. YourGP@Crace is a separate clinic at 1/5 Baratta Street and phone 02 6109 0000.

What should I do in an emergency?

Call 000 immediately for life-threatening symptoms such as chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing difficulty, collapse, serious injury, heavy bleeding, severe allergic reaction, seizure or poisoning.

Final Patient Summary

Crace Medical Centre is at Shop 2/56 Abena Ave, Crace Central, Crace ACT 2911. Call 02 6241 0249 or use HotDoc for simple GP appointments.

The clinic is mixed billing. Bulk billing is limited to eligible patients and selected services during standard weekday hours. Phone consults, weekends, after-hours and public holidays usually involve private fees. Always confirm the doctor, time, appointment type, rebate and gap before booking.

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