Ballarat Medical Centre: Doctors, Appointments, Hours & Private Billing
Ballarat Medical Centre is a general practice at 10 Drummond Street South, Ballarat VIC 3350. Patients book by calling reception on 03 5333 1253. The clinic lists Monday–Friday opening hours and private consultation fees, with reduced published fees for pension and Health Care Card holders.
Ballarat Medical Centre: Quick Patient Answer
Phone appointments
Call 03 5333 1253 during reception hours. The clinic says appointments are not made by email.
Standard or long?
The official practice information describes standard consultations as 10 minutes. Request longer time for multiple concerns or detailed paperwork.
New patients: call first
The practitioner page currently states that consulting doctors are not accepting new patients. An announcement on the homepage suggests some doctors may accept them, so reception must clarify current availability.
Healthengine lists this practice but does not currently show appointments through its platform. The verified booking method on the clinic website is to phone reception.
How to Book an Appointment at Ballarat Medical Centre
Phone Ballarat Medical Centre on 03 5333 1253, Monday–Friday between 8:30am and 5:30pm. The separate Buninyong branch has a different phone number.
Say whether this is a routine GP consultation, skin check, immunisation, travel consultation, women’s health concern, chronic disease review or another service.
A standard consultation is listed as 10 minutes. For multiple health concerns, counselling, medical forms, insurance medicals or procedures, ask whether a long appointment is required.
Ask whether your preferred consulting GP is available and whether that doctor is accepting new patients. The official website contains differing new-patient statements.
The practice privately bills appointments. Ask the amount payable, possible Medicare rebate, any pension/Health Care Card discount and whether an additional procedure fee applies.
Bring your Medicare card, concession card if applicable, payment card, medication list, medical letters and forms related to the visit.
“Hello, I would like an appointment at Ballarat Medical Centre on Drummond Street South. Are you accepting new patients? Should I book a standard or long consultation, and what will I pay after any Medicare rebate?”
Doctors at Ballarat Medical Centre
The official practitioners page displays several consulting GPs. The names below are taken from that published roster, not from reviews or directories. They should not be treated as a guarantee that any doctor is consulting at the Ballarat branch on a particular day.
The official roster also displays Dr James Tan, while a homepage announcement says he will leave at the end of November without clearly specifying the year. That makes his current status uncertain.
Need a particular doctor?
Tell reception the name of your preferred GP. Confirm the location, appointment length and fee before accepting a time.
Need a new regular GP?
Ask specifically whether any doctor at the Ballarat branch is taking new patients. The current practitioner-page warning makes this important before arranging a first visit.
Does Ballarat Medical Centre Bulk Bill?
Ballarat Medical Centre describes itself as a private-billing practice. That means ordinary consultations generally require payment at the end of the appointment. The clinic offers Medicare claiming arrangements for eligible services.
The clinic’s published fee information offers reduced private fees for Pension Card and Health Care Card holders. A reduced fee is not the same as bulk billing.
| Consultation | Standard private fee | Health Care Card | Pension Card |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard GP consultation | $105 | $90 | $90 |
| Long GP consultation | $180 | $140 | $140 |
Private consultation
The practice says full payment is required after the consultation. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are listed.
Medicare rebate
For an eligible service, the patient may be able to claim a Medicare benefit after paying. The rebate is not automatically equal to the full consultation fee.
Concession patients
The published fee table includes discounted consultation amounts for Pension Card and Health Care Card holders.
How to Claim a Medicare Rebate
Ballarat Medical Centre says it offers Medicare Online or Easyclaim-style claiming. The correct process depends on whether the clinic submits the claim for you or you need to make it yourself.
- Pay the clinic’s consultation fee.
- Ask whether reception can send the Medicare claim electronically.
- Check that your Medicare banking details are current.
- Keep your receipt and invoice if you need to claim directly through Medicare.
- Use the official Services Australia instructions to check what documents and claim details are required.
Official Services Australia Medicare claiming instructions
For a comparison of private GP fees elsewhere in Victoria, see our Belmont Medical Centre private-billing guide . The Banksia Medical Centre fee guide also shows how concessions, appointment timing and individual clinicians can affect billing. These are different practices, not local Ballarat branches.
By contrast, the Sydenham Medical Centre bulk-billing guide explains a different Victorian billing model. Always compare policies rather than assume they apply to Ballarat Medical Centre.
Ballarat Medical Centre Opening Hours
The official Ballarat branch website publishes the following regular hours:
Public-holiday hours and individual doctor schedules should be confirmed by phone. The published clinic opening hours are not a guarantee that a particular doctor has an available appointment.
What Services Does Ballarat Medical Centre Offer?
The practice lists general and family medicine, including preventive care and services requiring special booking arrangements. Use reception to confirm current practitioner availability and any extra fees.
General GP Care
Family medical consultations, check-ups, asthma, diabetes and chronic disease reviews are among the practice’s advertised areas.
Women’s Health
The clinic lists women’s health consultations, cervical screening and pregnancy shared-care appointments. Ask for the correct appointment duration.
Skin Checks
Skin checks are included in the practice’s appointment information. Procedures may require a prior GP consultation and a separate fee estimate.
Travel Medicine
The practice advertises travel medicine consultations and states that it is an accredited Yellow Fever vaccination centre. Phone before planning vaccinations or travel advice.
Immunisations
Immunisations are listed among available appointment types. Ask about stock, eligibility, fees and which clinician provides the service.
WorkCover and TAC
The practice publishes instructions for WorkCover and TAC accounts once claims have been accepted. Bring the required claim or employer documentation.
Pathology Collection at the Ballarat Rooms
The practice website lists a pathology collection facility at the Ballarat location, with published collection hours of 8:30am–12:30pm, Monday–Friday.
Because public directory information may show a different pathology provider name at the address, confirm the current collection provider, operating hours and any preparation instructions before attending.
Forms and Certificates
Medical forms and insurance documents can need a longer appointment. The practice says medical certificates must be obtained during a consultation.
Results and Repeat Prescriptions
The treating GP decides how results should be reviewed. For repeat prescriptions and referrals, reception can advise whether a consultation is required.
Does Ballarat Medical Centre Offer Telehealth?
Yes. The practice lists telehealth appointments with a patient’s usual consulting GP. Its published policy states that these appointments are not bulk billed.
The practice also refers to the Medicare requirement for a recent face-to-face relationship with the GP. Because Medicare telehealth rules can include exceptions and can change, patients should confirm their eligibility and rebate with reception.
Existing Patients
Ask whether your usual consulting GP can provide a telephone consultation for the matter you need reviewed.
Costs and Medicare
Ask for the private telehealth fee and any applicable Medicare rebate before agreeing to the appointment.
After-Hours GP Care and Victorian NURSE-ON-CALL
Ballarat Medical Centre’s official practice information describes an after-hours arrangement shared with other Ballarat practices, including a rotating weekend service. It publishes an on-call contact number: 0490 888 836, for use when the practice is closed.
The clinic says after-hours consultations can attract an out-of-pocket charge. Confirm that the published on-call arrangement remains active and ask about fees and availability.
Clinic’s Published On-Call Number
0490 888 836
For the clinic’s after-hours arrangement, not a life-threatening emergency.
Victoria NURSE-ON-CALL
1300 60 60 24
A Victorian Government health information service, available 24 hours a day for nurse advice.
Life-Threatening Emergency
000
Use Triple Zero for serious or life-threatening illness or injury. Do not wait for a GP callback.
Ballarat Medical Centre Address and Directions
Ballarat Branch
Ballarat Medical Centre
10 Drummond Street South
Ballarat VIC 3350
Phone: 03 5333 1253
Fax: 03 5333 5711
Do Not Confuse the Branches
The related Buninyong Medical Centre is at 304 Learmonth Street, Buninyong VIC 3357, with a separate phone number: 03 5341 3155.
Check your appointment confirmation before travelling, particularly if your usual GP consults at both locations.
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What Should You Bring?
Appointment Essentials
- Medicare card or digital Medicare details.
- Health Care Card or Pension Card, if eligible.
- Payment card for the private consultation fee.
- Current medication and allergy information.
- Relevant recent pathology or imaging results.
- Specialist letters and discharge summaries, if relevant.
For Special Appointments
- Travel itinerary and vaccine records for travel advice.
- Employer or insurance documents for medical assessments.
- WorkCover/TAC claim information where relevant.
- Forms requiring the GP’s completion or signature.
- Previous clinical information requested by the practice.
- Questions about procedure costs and consultation length.
Official Sources Used for This Guide
Practice identity, address, telephone, general services and regular opening hours.
Visit official clinic siteAppointments, cancellation policy, private consultation fees, telehealth, pathology and after-hours arrangements.
Read practice detailsPublished GP names and the clinic’s current new-patient notice.
View consulting practitionersNational register of accredited general practices, including Ballarat Medical Centre.
Check accreditation registerOfficial guidance about Medicare benefits, claims and rebate payments.
Medicare claiming helpOfficial contact details for the free, 24-hour Victorian nurse-advice service.
NURSE-ON-CALL informationBallarat Medical Centre FAQs
Where is Ballarat Medical Centre located?
Ballarat Medical Centre is located at 10 Drummond Street South, Ballarat VIC 3350. Its related Buninyong practice has a separate address.
What is the Ballarat Medical Centre phone number?
The Ballarat branch phone number is 03 5333 1253. The published fax number is 03 5333 5711.
How do I book an appointment?
Call reception on 03 5333 1253 during weekday opening hours. The official practice page says appointments are made by phone and not by email.
What are the opening hours?
The official Ballarat branch hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm. Regular weekend opening is not listed, and after-hours care operates through a separate arrangement.
Does Ballarat Medical Centre bulk bill?
The official practice information describes Ballarat Medical Centre as a private-billing practice. It lists reduced private consultation fees for Health Care Card and Pension Card holders. Ask reception about the exact charge and any Medicare rebate.
How much does a standard GP consultation cost?
The clinic’s published fee table lists a standard private consultation at $105, or $90 for Health Care Card and Pension Card holders. Confirm the current fee before booking.
How much does a long consultation cost?
The published long consultation fee is $180 for private patients and $140 for Health Care Card or Pension Card holders. Fees may change.
Which doctors are listed at the clinic?
The official practitioner roster includes Dr Kerry Archer, Dr Anna Glue, Dr Keith Ho, Dr Nicholas Kimpton, Dr Lee Meakin, Dr Alison Miller, Dr Michael O’Sullivan and Dr Lachlan McLean. The roster does not guarantee current availability at the Ballarat branch.
Is Ballarat Medical Centre accepting new patients?
The practitioners page says consulting doctors are not currently accepting new patients, while a separate homepage announcement mentions doctors accepting them. Call reception to confirm the current policy.
Is telehealth available?
The clinic offers telehealth appointments with a patient’s usual consulting GP. Its published policy says telehealth appointments are not bulk billed. Ask reception about rebate eligibility and fees.
Is pathology available?
The clinic website lists pathology collection at the Ballarat rooms from 8:30am to 12:30pm, Monday to Friday. Confirm the current provider and collection hours before attending.
What happens if I need a GP after hours?
The clinic publishes an after-hours on-call number, 0490 888 836, and describes a shared weekend arrangement with other Ballarat practices. For Victorian nurse advice, call NURSE-ON-CALL on 1300 60 60 24.
What should I do in a medical emergency?
Call Triple Zero (000) for life-threatening illness or injury. Do not wait for a GP appointment or after-hours callback.