Corrimal Medical Centre: Medicare Bulk Bill, Family GP, Doctors & Booking Guide
This guide focuses on Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre at 46–50 Underwood Street, Corrimal NSW 2518. Use it to book a family GP, check Medicare bulk billing, choose the right service, use telehealth, and avoid confusing nearby Corrimal clinics.
Quick public details: phone (02) 4258 0222, fax (02) 4258 0223, GP consultations bulk-billing-signalled for valid Medicare cardholders, and procedures or non-GP services may still cost extra.
Quick Answer: How to Use Corrimal Medical Centre
Corrimal Medical Centre vs Other Corrimal GP Clinics
Searchers may type “corrimal medical centre” and see several nearby clinics. This page is about Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre, not every GP practice in Corrimal.
| Clinic / result | Address signal | Billing signal | Use this if… |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre This article focus |
46–50 Underwood Street, Corrimal NSW 2518 | 100% bulk billing GP consults for valid Medicare cardholders; procedures and non-GP services may cost. | Your search, appointment or map says Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre / ForHealth / Underwood Street. |
| Corrimal Healthcare Centre | 203–215 Princes Highway, Corrimal NSW 2518 | Separate clinic; public listings can show mixed billing. | Your booking says Corrimal Healthcare Centre or Princes Highway. |
| Corrimal Family Medical | 69 Railway Street, Corrimal NSW 2518 | Separate clinic; do not copy its details into this article. | Your booking says Corrimal Family Medical or Railway Street. |
| Corrimal Family General Practice | 418 Princes Highway, Corrimal NSW 2518 | Separate GP service; different doctors and booking path. | Your confirmation mentions 418 Princes Highway. |
Does Corrimal Medical Centre Bulk Bill?
Yes for standard GP consults with a valid Medicare card. The official fee page says Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre offers 100% bulk billing for all GP consultations. But this does not mean every service in the building is free.
| Visit type | Bulk billed? | What to ask before attending |
|---|---|---|
| Standard GP consultation | Yes, with valid Medicare | “Is this appointment a standard GP consult?” |
| Telehealth GP consult | Depends on Medicare telehealth rules | “Have I met the face-to-face eligibility rule for Medicare telehealth?” |
| Procedure not covered by standard GP consult | May cost | “What is the procedure fee and when is it payable?” |
| Allied health | Do not assume | “Is this provider private, Medicare rebated, DVA, NDIS or care-plan eligible?” |
| Dental care | Fees apply | “What is the dental fee and are Afterpay/Zip/payment plans available?” |
| Specialist consult, WorkCover, CTP, forms | Confirm first | “Is this standard GP care or a private/non-standard item?” |
| Medicare Urgent Care Clinic | Free urgent care signal | “Is my condition suitable for urgent care, or should I call 000?” |
Fee script: “Hi, I’m booking Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre. I have a valid Medicare card. Is this exact appointment bulk billed, or is it a procedure, dental, allied health, specialist, WorkCover, CTP or other private-fee service?”
Corrimal Medical Centre Doctors: Public GP List
The official practitioner page lists multiple GPs. Availability changes, so use this as a public matching guide and confirm the live roster through the booking button or reception.
| Doctor | Public qualification signal | Useful match / interest signal | Booking action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Crystal Yang | MBBS, BSc, MRCGP, DRCOG, Cert. Menopause Management | Women’s health, mental health, IUD insertion/removal signals appear on the official homepage. | Book GP slot or call for IUD/procedure suitability. |
| Dr Renay Sathyababu | BSc, MBChB, MRCGP | General medicine, chronic disease management, preventative care signals appear online. | Good match for family GP and chronic-care questions. |
| Dr Yong Chia | MBChB, icFRACGP | Official profile list shows GP role and book-online path. | Check current availability before selecting. |
| Dr Gyakari Ampofo | MBChB, MRCGP, BSc, DOccMed, MPH | Broad medical and surgical experience signal; occupational medicine qualification appears in profile list. | Call first for occupational/non-standard items. |
| Dr Augustina Wong | MBChB, icFRACGP | Official GP profile listed with book-online path. | Check online booking for live sessions. |
| Dr Nigel Tay | MBBS, FRNZCGP, FRNZCUC, sports med, ultrasound, dermoscopy, skin cancer medicine/surgery certificates | Strong match for skin, sports or procedure-related questions, but confirm fee first. | Call if procedure or skin service may be needed. |
| Dr Ammara Ayub | MBBS, Dip Child Health, Sexual Health & Family Planning certificate, FRACGP | Useful profile signal for child health, sexual health and family planning needs. | Book correct appointment type; call if procedure/implant/IUD related. |
| Dr Mark Evans | BMBS, BSc(Hons), MSc, MRCGP, FRACGP | Official GP profile listed with book-online path. | Check current online availability. |
| Dr Alison Scott | MBChB, DRCOG, MRCGP, FRACGP | Profile says she graduated from the University of Glasgow and worked across hospitals before GP practice. | Book online if session is visible. |
| Dr Barnett Musiime | MBChB, MRCPsych, MRCGP, FRACGP | Psychiatry training signal may be useful for mental health-related GP needs. | Call if long consult or mental health plan is needed. |
| Dr Farkhanda Qamar | MBBS, FRACGP, AMAC, FACAM | Profile mentions aesthetic medicine and injectables; ask fee before booking non-standard services. | Call for aesthetic/procedure fee confirmation. |
| Dr Robert Chester | MBBS, DA, DRCOG | Official page says he has 40+ years as a doctor and broad GP experience. | Check booking page for current sessions. |
| Dr Syed Adil Zafar | MBBS, FRACGP | Official page says he has 20+ years as a GP and is a RACGP fellow. | Check live GP availability. |
| Dr Yasodha Doraisamy | MBBS, FRACGP, Professional Certificate in Women’s Health | Useful match for women’s health-related GP care. | Book online or call for specific women’s health procedures. |
Doctor-choice script: “Hi, I need a family GP appointment at Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre. My issue is [short reason]. Which doctor and appointment type should I choose: standard, long, skin, women’s health, child health, mental health, telehealth or procedure?”
How to Book Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre
Corrimal Medical Centre Opening Hours
Hours differ by service. Do not use urgent care hours for standard GP appointments, and do not use dental/pathology hours for GP availability.
| Service | Phone | Listed hours | Important user action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors / GP | (02) 4258 0222 | Mon–Wed 8am–6pm; Thu–Fri 8am–4pm; Sat/Sun/public holidays closed on official opening-hours page. | Book routine family GP visits during GP hours. Call if Saturday info appears differently on directories. |
| Ordinary hours for billing purposes | (02) 4258 0222 | Contact FAQ lists Mon–Fri 8am–5pm and Sat 8am–1pm as “ordinary hours”. | Use this as a billing-hours concept, not proof of GP doctor availability. |
| Medicare Urgent Care Clinic | (02) 4258 0220 | Mon–Sun 7am–9pm. | Use for urgent, non-life-threatening injuries/illnesses that cannot wait for a normal GP appointment. |
| Dentists | (02) 4258 0230 | Mon–Sat 9am–5pm. | Dental care is separate and may have dental fees/payment plans. |
| Diagnostic Imaging | (02) 4255 8200 | Mon–Fri 8am–4pm. | Use the imaging provider route, not the GP phone only. |
| Pathology | (02) 39 518 506 | Mon–Fri 7:30am–5pm. | Bring request form and confirm any fasting/time-sensitive tests. |
| Allied health / physiotherapy / exercise physiology | GP reception or provider phone | Please call for appointments. | Confirm provider, referral, care plan and fee before attending. |
Medicare Urgent Care Clinic: When to Use It Instead of GP Booking
Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre is linked with a Medicare Urgent Care Clinic. This is not the same as a routine family GP appointment.
| Situation | Best route | Click / call |
|---|---|---|
| Chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing difficulty, collapse | Emergency ambulance | Call 000 |
| Urgent injury or illness that cannot wait but is not life-threatening | Corrimal Medicare Urgent Care Clinic | Call (02) 4258 0220 |
| Normal family GP appointment | Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre doctors | Call (02) 4258 0222 |
| Unsure what care level you need | Healthdirect nurse advice | Call 1800 022 222 |
Telehealth, Repeat Scripts, Referrals and Results
| Need | Can it be telehealth? | Best next step |
|---|---|---|
| Simple follow-up | Possibly | Ask whether Medicare telehealth eligibility is met. |
| Repeat script | Possibly | Use official repeat-script path or book a GP if overdue/new/changed medication. |
| Test results | Possibly | Book a doctor appointment; reception cannot give results. |
| New symptom needing examination | Often not enough | Book in-person GP or urgent care depending on severity. |
| Skin check, wound, procedure, vaccination | No for final care | Book in-person service or call reception first. |
Telehealth script: “Hi, I want a telehealth GP consult at Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre. I have / have not had a face-to-face visit at the practice in the last 12 months. Can this be Medicare bulk billed, and is my issue suitable for telehealth?”
GP, Bulk Bill, Telehealth, Urgent Care or 000?
This tool does not diagnose. It helps readers choose the safest booking/admin path.
Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre Services
Medical Records, Translation Help and Reminders
Corrimal Medical Centre Reviews: What to Check
Review scores change, so do not hard-code a fixed rating. A useful article should teach the reader how to verify current reviews and avoid old or irrelevant comments.
| Review question | Useful signal | Weak signal |
|---|---|---|
| Is the clinic good for families? | Recent comments about children, chronic care, older patients and follow-up. | Generic star rating with no service context. |
| Is it really bulk billed? | Official fee page plus current reception confirmation. | Old review comments before current billing update. |
| Which GP should I choose? | Official doctor profiles and comments naming the same GP. | One old review about a doctor who may no longer be available. |
| Can I use urgent care? | Current urgent care service page and phone confirmation. | Assuming urgent care equals emergency department. |
Address, Map, Parking and What to Bring
Bring this before you attend
Needed for 100% bulk-billed GP consult eligibility.
Useful for new-patient or records checks.
Needed if the service is not a standard bulk-billed GP consult.
Important for scripts, chronic care and telehealth.
Bring hospital, specialist, pathology or imaging information.
Needed for Laverty or Lumus services.
Required for claim-related appointments.
Keep SMS/email/app confirmation ready.
Mistakes to Avoid Before Booking
Official Sources to Check Before You Travel
Use for clinic overview, GP booking, services and main contact details.
Open official websiteUse for address, phone, fax, opening hours, after-hours number, feedback and contact form.
Open contact pageUse for Medicare bulk billing, private fee warnings and no-Medicare payment rules.
Open fees pageUse for current public GP names, qualifications and profile information.
Open GP listUse to separate doctors, urgent care, dental, imaging, pathology and allied health hours.
Open service hoursUse for the Medicare GP telehealth 12-month face-to-face eligibility rule.
Open telehealth guidanceFAQ: Corrimal Medical Centre Medicare Bulk Bill, Family GP and Booking
What is Corrimal Medical Centre phone number?
For Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre, call (02) 4258 0222. The fax number listed publicly is (02) 4258 0223.
Where is Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre located?
The clinic is located at 46–50 Underwood Street, Corrimal NSW 2518.
Does Corrimal Medical Centre bulk bill?
Yes. The official fee information says Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre offers 100% bulk billing for all GP consultations with a valid Medicare card. Some procedures and non-GP services may attract private fees.
What can cost extra even if GP consults are bulk billed?
Procedures not covered by standard GP consultations, patients without a valid Medicare card, allied health, dental care, specialist consultations, WorkCover, CTP claims and other non-standard services may attract fees.
Who are the doctors at Corrimal Medical Centre?
Public GP profiles include Dr Crystal Yang, Dr Renay Sathyababu, Dr Yong Chia, Dr Gyakari Ampofo, Dr Augustina Wong, Dr Nigel Tay, Dr Ammara Ayub, Dr Mark Evans, Dr Alison Scott, Dr Barnett Musiime, Dr Farkhanda Qamar, Dr Robert Chester, Dr Syed Adil Zafar and Dr Yasodha Doraisamy. Check current availability before booking.
What are Corrimal Medical Centre GP opening hours?
The official opening-hours page lists doctor hours as Monday to Wednesday 8am–6pm, Thursday to Friday 8am–4pm, and closed Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. Call before travelling if a directory shows a different Saturday signal.
What is the Corrimal Medicare Urgent Care Clinic phone number?
The urgent care clinic phone number listed on the official opening-hours page is (02) 4258 0220. It is separate from the GP reception phone number.
When should I use the Medicare Urgent Care Clinic?
Use it for urgent, non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses that cannot wait for a regular GP appointment. Call 000 for life-threatening symptoms.
Does Corrimal Medical Centre offer telehealth?
The official services menu includes telehealth. Medicare GP telehealth generally requires a face-to-face consultation with the GP or another GP in the same practice in the previous 12 months, so confirm eligibility before booking.
Can reception give my test results over the phone?
The official patient information says reception cannot give test results over the phone for privacy reasons. Book an appointment with a doctor to discuss results, referrals, letters or repeat scripts.
What are pathology hours?
The official opening-hours page lists Laverty Pathology as Monday to Friday 7:30am–5pm. Bring your pathology request form and check preparation instructions.
What is the after-hours number?
The official contact page lists after-hours contact as 0435 697 364. For emergencies, call 000. For health advice when unsure, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222.
Is Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre the same as Corrimal Healthcare Centre?
No. Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre is at 46–50 Underwood Street. Corrimal Healthcare Centre is a separate clinic at 203–215 Princes Highway.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Bring Medicare card, photo ID, payment card, medication list, allergies, referral letters, test results, pathology/imaging request forms, WorkCover or CTP details if relevant, and your booking confirmation.
Final Patient Summary
Corrimal Medical & Dental Centre is at 46–50 Underwood Street, Corrimal NSW 2518. Call (02) 4258 0222 for GP bookings. Standard GP consultations are listed as 100% bulk billed with a valid Medicare card.
Call first for telehealth eligibility, skin/procedure care, dental, allied health, imaging, pathology, WorkCover, CTP, no-Medicare patients, Saturday/public-holiday confusion, or anything that may not be a standard GP consult.