Balwyn Modern Medical Centre 2026: Hours, GP & Bulk Bill

Balwyn VIC · Verified clinic guide · 2026

Modern Medical Balwyn Is Now Qualitas Medical Practice Balwyn

Looking for Balwyn Modern Medical Centre? The clinic has changed its name to Qualitas Medical Practice Balwyn. It remains at the Whitehorse Road location, with the same main phone number. This independent guide explains how to book, check today’s hours, understand bulk-billing restrictions and prepare for a GP appointment.

Current name Qualitas Medical Practice Balwyn Formerly Modern Medical Balwyn
Clinic address Office 1, 379–381 Whitehorse Road Balwyn VIC 3103
Phone 03 9813 7600 GP bookings and enquiries
Billing Mixed billing Doctor-approved conditional bulk billing
Weekday hours Generally 8 am–6 pm Temporary Thursday 5 pm closing until 23 October
Saturday 9 am–12:30 pm Sunday and public holidays closed
Medical emergency: Call Triple Zero (000) for life-threatening illness or injury. Do not wait for a routine GP booking or an online appointment.
Start here

What Patients Need to Know First

Modern Medical Balwyn and Qualitas Medical Practice Balwyn are the same practice following a name change announced in September 2026. You do not need to search for a second clinic under the old name.

Booking

The official practice page links to HotDoc. Healthengine also lists the clinic under its new name, with the former name shown for clarity.

Bulk billing

Selected eligible patients may be bulk billed before 4 pm on weekdays, entirely at the doctor’s discretion. It is not guaranteed.

Saturday GP

The clinic opens Saturday morning, but Saturday consultations attract private fees. Check appointment availability online.

Important name update: The new branding is confirmed by the provider. Older directories, GP referrals and searches may continue to use “Modern Medical Balwyn”.
Appointments

How to Book a GP Appointment at Modern Medical Balwyn

For routine appointments, the official provider directs patients to HotDoc. If the visit involves a procedure, travel vaccination, several concerns or a particular doctor’s billing arrangements, call first.

Open the official booking link

Use the HotDoc appointment pathway linked from Qualitas Medical Practice Balwyn’s official website.

Check the practice identity

Make sure the booking is for Qualitas Medical Practice Balwyn, formerly Modern Medical Balwyn, at 379–381 Whitehorse Road.

Choose an available appointment

Select the appointment type, clinician and time offered by the booking system. Options depend on current availability.

Check the consultation length

For multiple health concerns, a long consultation, medical assessment or specific procedure, ask whether the ordinary GP appointment is suitable.

Check billing carefully

Review the fee shown and discuss any possible bulk-billing eligibility with the treating doctor. Reception cannot guarantee a doctor’s decision.

Confirm and prepare

Complete the booking instructions, save the confirmation and bring your Medicare card, concession evidence if relevant and any useful medical documents.

Walk-ins: The practice asks patients to book online, although it says efforts will be made to accommodate patients when possible. Do not assume an immediate GP appointment without checking.
Opening times

Balwyn Modern Medical Centre Opening Hours in 2026

The official Qualitas practice page currently lists the following hours. Thursday has a temporary schedule change during September–October 2026.

Monday8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday8:00 am – 5:00 pm (temporary)
Friday8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am – 12:30 pm
SundayClosed
Public holidaysClosed
Thursday exception: The practice states Thursday closes at 5 pm from 3 September through 23 October 2026, with normal hours returning afterward. Confirm the current closing time before a late Thursday visit.

For out-of-hours care, the official clinic page directs patients to 13SICK (13 74 25). This is separate from emergency assistance through 000.

Check the current official opening-hours notice
2026 billing guide

Does Modern Medical Balwyn Bulk Bill?

Qualitas Medical Practice Balwyn is a mixed-billing clinic. The official policy says children aged 15 or younger, Health Care Card holders and Pension Card holders may receive bulk billing before 4 pm Monday to Friday, at each medical practitioner’s discretion.

Potential bulk-billing group

Children 15 and under, Health Care Card holders and Pension Card holders before 4 pm on weekdays, subject to the doctor’s decision and applicable Medicare eligibility.

Private-billing situations

Other appointments, weekday consultations after the relevant cutoff and Saturday appointments can attract private fees. Procedures and consumables may cost extra.

Official Consultation Fees From 1 January 2026

Weekday standard GP consultation $95 Published private fee
Weekday long consultation $155 Published private fee
Saturday standard consultation $105 Published private fee
Weekday standard — reduced rate $80 Eligibility and circumstances to confirm
Weekday long — reduced rate $135 Eligibility and circumstances to confirm
Saturday standard — reduced rate $95 Eligibility and circumstances to confirm

These are the clinic’s published consultation fees, not guaranteed out-of-pocket costs after any Medicare rebate. The precise amount a patient pays can depend on Medicare eligibility, the treating practitioner, appointment type and other charges.

Important doctor-discretion rule: The clinic explicitly states that receptionists cannot give a definitive bulk-billing decision for consultations. The treating doctor decides. Reception can help you identify the published fees and appropriate appointment type.

Cancellation and Payment Policy

Late cancellation or missed visit

The official practice page lists a $50 fee for a single appointment and $70 for a double appointment if cancelled within four hours or not attended.

When payment is due

Fees are payable on the appointment day. The official page also lists administration charges for accounts not paid on time.

If you need help understanding Medicare claiming after a privately billed visit, consult Services Australia’s Medicare claims guidance.

Before confirming your visit, ask: “What is the current fee for my appointment, are any extra procedure charges involved, and can the doctor consider bulk billing under the clinic’s policy?”
Officially listed care

GP Services, Skin Checks, Women’s Health and Vaccinations

Modern Medical Balwyn’s official Qualitas page provides a wider service list than everyday general consultations. The following are confirmed service areas, although individual appointment availability should be checked.

Family GP Care

General medical care, men’s health, children’s health, immunisations, medication reviews and management of ongoing conditions.

Women’s Health

Cervical screening, family planning and antenatal shared care are listed by the practice. It also describes IUD and Implanon-related services.

Skin Cancer Checks

Skin cancer checks are confirmed. The official page identifies practitioners with special interests in skin and skin cancer medicine.

Travel Vaccinations

The practice says it is an approved Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre, with appointments arranged through reception.

Mental and Preventive Health

Mental health care, health assessments, asthma action plans, diabetes management and preventive health support are listed.

Minor Procedures and Assessments

Minor procedures, WorkCover and pre-employment medicals, insurance assessments and iron deficiency management are included.

A Booking Detail That Could Save You a Second Visit

For skin procedures, contraception appointments, Yellow Fever vaccination, travel medicine or occupational medicals, call reception before booking a standard GP slot. You may need a particular practitioner, additional time, preparation or an extra fee.

Yellow Fever appointments: The official clinic page asks patients to contact reception at least six weeks before travel so the appropriate doctor and nurse appointments can be arranged.
Choosing a practitioner

GP Doctors and Visiting Specialists

The practice’s official page lists multiple GPs, as well as visiting allied-health professionals and specialists. Rather than relying on a fixed appointment roster, use the current booking system or official practice page when selecting your doctor.

GP appointments

Choose a practitioner from the live booking system. If you need a skin check, women’s health consultation or a specific language or clinical interest, check the practitioner’s current profile.

Allied Health and Specialists

The official centre lists services involving psychology, physiotherapy, dietetics, audiology and visiting specialists. Ask reception about current practitioner days, referrals and fees.

Visit preparation

What to Bring to a Balwyn GP Appointment

A little preparation helps, especially if your visit concerns Medicare eligibility, a longer consultation, travel vaccinations, pathology results or specialist referrals.

Medicare cardBring your current card or digital Medicare details if applicable.
Concession evidenceBring your Health Care Card or Pension Card if relevant.
Payment methodPrepare for a private fee if bulk billing does not apply.
Medication and allergiesHave your current medications and important allergies ready.
Medical recordsBring referrals, discharge summaries, test results or medical forms where useful.
Travel informationFor travel vaccinations, have your destination and departure date available.

For telehealth, the official practice confirms the service is available. Check appointment eligibility, doctor availability, fees and Medicare conditions through the current booking pathway.

Balwyn location

Office Address and Directions

Qualitas Medical Practice Balwyn (formerly Modern Medical Balwyn) is located at:

Office 1, 379–381 Whitehorse Road
Balwyn VIC 3103
Australia
Reception

03 9813 7600

Fax

03 9888 4877

Open Balwyn clinic directions in Google Maps.

The practice serves Balwyn and surrounding suburbs including Balwyn North, Kew, Canterbury, Camberwell, Mont Albert, Surrey Hills and Deepdene. Check travel time, transport and parking before attending; the clinic’s address is verified, but this guide does not assume particular parking availability.

Comparing other eastern Melbourne GP options? You can read our Bulleen Plaza Medical Centre booking and billing guide or the Camberwell Prospect Hill medical centre guide. These describe different practices, not additional branches of Qualitas Balwyn.
Related local guides

Comparing GP Billing and Appointment Options Nearby

If the appointment you need is unavailable, or you want to compare billing arrangements before choosing a clinic, two other existing guides may help.

Box Hill GP appointments

Our Box Hill Medical Centre guide explains a different mixed-billing practice, HotDoc booking and weekend considerations.

Whitehorse Road options

The Whitehorse Medical Centre guide covers a separate Mitcham practice and private-billing arrangements.

Always check the individual clinic’s latest appointment availability, fees and address before travelling.

When the clinic is closed

After-Hours Care and Emergencies

Qualitas Medical Practice Balwyn directs patients to 13SICK (13 74 25) for out-of-hours care. For non-emergency health guidance in Australia, healthdirect is also available on 1800 022 222.

After-hours medical service

Call 13SICK — 13 74 25 and confirm service availability for your location.

Health advice

Call healthdirect — 1800 022 222 when you need non-emergency advice about what level of care may be appropriate.

Life-threatening emergency: call 000. Do not use the ordinary appointment system for emergency care.
Frequently asked questions

Modern Medical Balwyn FAQs

Is Modern Medical Balwyn still operating?

Yes. The provider announced that Modern Medical Balwyn was renamed Qualitas Medical Practice Balwyn in September 2026. The clinic continues at the same Balwyn address.

What is Balwyn Modern Medical Centre’s phone number?

The official practice phone number is 03 9813 7600.

Where is Modern Medical Balwyn located?

The clinic is at Office 1, 379–381 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn VIC 3103.

What are the opening hours?

The official page lists Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8 am–6 pm; Saturday 9 am–12:30 pm; Sunday closed. Thursday closes at 5 pm temporarily until 23 October 2026, with a return to normal hours announced afterward. Public holidays are closed.

Does Modern Medical Balwyn bulk bill?

The practice is mixed billing. Before 4 pm Monday to Friday, children aged 15 and under, Health Care Card holders and Pension Card holders may be bulk billed at the treating doctor’s discretion.

How much is a standard GP appointment?

The official fee schedule effective 1 January 2026 lists a $95 standard weekday consultation and a $105 standard Saturday consultation. The actual charge and Medicare rebate depend on eligibility and appointment circumstances.

Can I book online?

Yes. The official Qualitas Medical Practice Balwyn page links to HotDoc for online booking. Healthengine also lists the centre under its current and former names.

Are skin cancer checks and women’s health appointments available?

Yes. The official clinic page lists skin cancer checks and women’s health services including cervical screening, family planning and antenatal shared care. Confirm the appropriate doctor and appointment type when booking.

Is telehealth available?

The official practice page confirms telehealth availability. Ask about Medicare eligibility, fees and whether the service is appropriate for your consultation.

Does the clinic open on Saturday?

Yes. The listed Saturday hours are 9 am to 12:30 pm. Saturday appointments attract private fees according to the practice’s billing policy.

What is the late cancellation fee?

The official policy lists $50 for a single appointment and $70 for a double appointment when cancelled within four hours or missed without attendance.

How do I contact the clinic after hours?

The official practice page directs patients to 13SICK on 13 74 25 for out-of-hours care. Call 000 for life-threatening emergencies.

Research sources

Official Information and Verification Sources

Qualitas Medical Practice Balwyn

Current address, phone, fees, hours, services, practitioners and practice policies.

Official clinic website
Official September 2026 Name Change

Provider announcement confirming Modern Medical Balwyn became Qualitas Medical Practice Balwyn.

Read the official rebranding announcement
Healthengine Booking Profile

Supporting information about the renamed clinic, conditional bulk billing and telehealth.

View Healthengine profile
Services Australia

Government information about Medicare claims and eligible benefits.

Medicare claims information
Information reviewed: 17 October 2026. This is an independent information guide, not the clinic’s official website. Fees, practitioner availability, bulk-billing decisions and hours can change. Check the provider’s official site before making a time-sensitive decision.