Parkwood Medical Centre Medicare: Bulk Bill Family GP 2026

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Independent patient guide · Parkwood WA · 2026

Parkwood Medical Centre Medicare, Bulk Billing, Family GP & Appointment Guide

Searching Parkwood Medical Centre? This guide focuses on the WA clinic at 86 Vellgrove Avenue, Parkwood WA 6147. It explains what to do before booking, who may be bulk billed, when a gap fee applies, and when to call instead of booking online.

It is written for real patient tasks: call, book, check Medicare details, ask the right fee question, prepare for a GP visit, use after-hours services, or avoid the wrong Parkwood clinic.

Address 86 Vellgrove Ave Parkwood WA 6147
Phone (08) 9457 4895 Call during practice hours
Billing Mixed billing Limited weekday bulk billing groups
Open Mon–Sat Closed Sunday and public holidays
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Emergency rule: call 000 now for chest pain, breathing difficulty, collapse, severe allergic reaction, major injury or burns, heavy bleeding, limb weakness or numbness, a severely unwell child, or any symptom that feels life-threatening.
Fast patient answer

Quick Answer: Is Parkwood Medical Centre Bulk Billed?

Practice type Mixed billing A standard visit starts at $90, and the final cost can depend on consultation length.
Bulk billed group Limited weekday rules Patients under 12, pension card holders over 75 and DVA are bulk billed on weekdays from 9am to 4:30pm.
Gap fee group All other patients All other patients pay a gap. Early, late and Saturday appointments are privately billed.
Best booking step Call or book online Book online only if your details match your Medicare card and you do not have respiratory symptoms.
Call (08) 9457 4895 Official Appointment Page Official Fees Page
Best one-line answer: Parkwood Medical Centre is not “bulk billing for everyone.” It is mixed billing, with limited weekday bulk billing for specific eligible groups. Always ask reception whether your exact appointment is bulk billed, private billed or gap billed.
Avoid the wrong clinic

Which Parkwood Medical Centre Is This?

“Parkwood Medical Centre” can point to different locations in Australia and overseas. This page is specifically for the Parkwood WA clinic.

Clinic name in search Address Phone What to do
Parkwood Medical Centre WA
This guide focus		 86 Vellgrove Avenue, Parkwood WA 6147 (08) 9457 4895 Use this page if your appointment, map or booking page says Vellgrove Avenue, Parkwood WA.
Parkwood Medical Centre QLD
Different clinic		 180 Napper Road, Parkwood QLD 4214 07 5574 4777 Do not use the WA fees, hours or booking details if you meant the Queensland clinic.
Parkwood Medical Centre South Africa
Different country		 Parkwood / Rosebank area, South Africa Different phone and billing system Medicare and Australian bulk billing do not apply to that clinic.
This guide: Parkwood Medical Centre WA86 Vellgrove Avenue, Parkwood WA 6147. Phone (08) 9457 4895.
Different clinic: Parkwood QLD180 Napper Road, Parkwood QLD 4214. Do not use WA billing or hours for QLD.
Different country: South AfricaMedicare and Australian bulk-billing rules do not apply.
Trust check before booking: match the clinic name, suburb, state, address and phone together. If any one of them is different, confirm directly before travelling.
Micro booking steps

How to Book Parkwood Medical Centre Without Making a Fee or Medicare Mistake

Check if you should call instead of booking online. If you have cough, cold, sore throat, fever or flu-like symptoms, the clinic asks you not to book online or present to reception. Call first because telehealth may be offered.
Call Reception
Book online only when your details match your Medicare card. The clinic says online booking details should be entered correctly as per your Medicare card so the appointment can match the practice appointment book.
Open Appointment Page
Ask for a long appointment if your issue is complex. The clinic says long appointments are important for complex health matters, health assessments, counselling, workers compensation, driver’s licence medicals and insurance medicals.
Tell reception if more than one person needs the doctor. Do not book one short slot for multiple people. Tell reception when booking so the practice can allocate the right time.
New patient? Arrive early with Medicare card. The clinic asks new patients to arrive 15 minutes before the appointment with Medicare card in hand to complete the patient registration form.
Cancel at least two hours before if you cannot attend. The official billing page says a $45 missed appointment fee applies when patients do not attend or do not cancel.
Read Missed Appointment Rule
Booking script:

“Hi, I’m booking Parkwood Medical Centre at 86 Vellgrove Avenue. My issue is [short reason]. Should this be a standard or long appointment, will it be bulk billed or gap billed, and should I book online or by phone?”

Medicare and billing clarity

Parkwood Medical Centre Medicare, Bulk Billing and Gap Fees

Standard visit Starts at $90 Official billing page says the cost is often dependent on consultation length.
Bulk billed weekdays Under 12 · Pension 75+ · DVA Applies on weekdays between 9am and 4:30pm, according to the official billing page.
Private billing times Early, late and Saturday Weekday 8–8:45am, 4:45–5:15pm and Saturday appointments are privately billed.
Situation Likely billing route Exact question to ask reception
Patient under 12, weekday 9am–4:30pm Bulk-billed signal “Is this appointment within the weekday bulk-billing window for a child under 12?”
Pension card holder over 75, weekday 9am–4:30pm Bulk-billed signal “Will my pension card and age make this visit bulk billed today?”
DVA patient, weekday 9am–4:30pm Bulk-billed signal “Can this service be billed under DVA, or is there any out-of-pocket fee?”
All other standard GP patients Gap fee likely “What is the private fee, Medicare rebate and out-of-pocket gap?”
8–8:45am weekday appointment Privately billed “Because this is an early appointment, what fee applies?”
4:45–5:15pm weekday appointment Privately billed “Because this is a late appointment, what fee applies?”
Saturday appointment Privately billed “What is the Saturday fee and Medicare rebate?”
Employment medical, insurance medical, commercial driver licence May not be Medicare-rebatable “Is this Medicare-rebatable at all, or fully private?”
Under 12, weekday 9am–4:30pmBulk-billing signal. Ask: “Is this appointment within the child bulk-billing window?”
Pension card holder over 75Bulk-billing signal on weekdays 9am–4:30pm. Bring card and ask reception to confirm.
DVA patientBulk-billing signal during weekday eligibility window. Ask if the specific service is covered.
All other patientsGap fee likely. Ask for fee, Medicare rebate and out-of-pocket cost.
Early, late or SaturdayPrivately billed. Ask before booking.
Do not write “bulk billing GP for everyone.” The official billing wording is conditional. The safe wording is: “Mixed billing, with limited weekday bulk billing for patients under 12, pension card holders over 75 and DVA; all other patients pay a gap.”
Fee script:

“Can you confirm whether this exact appointment is bulk billed, gap billed or privately billed? I’m booking at [time/day], and my Medicare/DVA/concession situation is [short detail]. What will I pay on the day?”

Official Billing Page Services Australia Bulk Billing Healthdirect Bulk Billing Guide
Interactive route helper

Should You Book Online, Call, Ask About Fees, Use After Hours or Call 000?

This tool does not diagnose. It helps a visitor pick the safer admin route for booking, billing and urgent-care decisions.

Choose the options above. Your safest booking and Medicare step will appear here.
Opening hours before travel

Parkwood Medical Centre Opening Hours

The main official page says the practice is open 6 days a week and closed Sundays and public holidays. A footer on official pages also shows extended weekday open hours to 6pm, so call reception if your visit depends on the last appointment time.

Monday
8am–5:30pm / footer 6pm
Tuesday
8am–5:30pm / footer 6pm
Wednesday
8am–5:30pm / footer 6pm
Thursday
8am–5:30pm / footer 6pm
Friday
8am–5:30pm / footer 6pm
Saturday
8am–12pm
Sunday
Closed
Safest booking time Weekday mid-hours Best window to ask billing, Medicare and appointment-length questions before early/late/private billing applies.
Saturday 8am–12pm Official billing page says Saturday appointments are privately billed.
Closed Sunday + public holidays Use after-hours services or emergency care when appropriate.
Official Home Page Confirm Today’s Hours
Service-to-action guide

Services at Parkwood Medical Centre — What to Book and What to Call About

Family GP care Family health, paediatrics, men’s and women’s health Good for one clear GP concern, general check, child health, family planning or contraception discussion. Book standard or call
Longer consult likely Mental health, counselling, chronic disease Ask reception for a longer appointment so the doctor has enough time. Ask for long appointment
Fee check first Skin, iron infusion, medicals, WorkCover Procedures, dressings, referrals without doctor visit and prescriptions without doctor visit can attract fees. Confirm cost
Need Ask for Why it matters Action
One simple GP issue Standard GP appointment Best for a single clear issue, script discussion, referral or result review. Call clinic
Children’s health / childhood immunisation Paediatric or immunisation appointment Bring Medicare card and immunisation record; confirm eligibility. Services page
Chronic disease, care plan, diabetes, asthma Long appointment / care-plan review May involve doctor plus nurse support and follow-up planning. Ask reception
Skin cancer check/removal or minor procedure Procedure or skin appointment Procedure and dressing fees can apply. Check fees
Iron infusion Iron infusion appointment path Usually needs assessment, results and treatment-room planning. Call first
Workers compensation / motor vehicle accident WorkCover/MVA appointment Claims may need to be settled by the patient if the insurer does not accept the claim. Ask billing first
Simple GP issueAsk for a standard GP appointment. Call clinic.
Children’s health / immunisationBring Medicare card and immunisation record. Services page.
Chronic disease / diabetes / care planAsk if a long appointment is needed.
Skin or minor procedureAsk for procedure fee before booking. Fees page.
Iron infusionCall first with recent blood results if available.
Workers compensation / MVAAsk who pays if the claim is not accepted.
Medicare continuity

MyMedicare at Parkwood Medical Centre

Who can register? Medicare or DVA card holders The official notice says MyMedicare is open for voluntary registration to Australians with a valid Medicare card or DVA card.
Possible benefit Longer bulk-billed telehealth The notice says registered patients may access longer bulk-billed telehealth, including telephone consults, with their GP.
How to register App, myGov or reception The clinic lists Express Plus Medicare app, Medicare Online Account via myGov, or reception staff.
Chronic care note: the clinic’s notice says Chronic Disease Management plans are changing to Chronic Condition Management Plans, and from 1 November 2026 a CCMP will be needed for ongoing access to allied health services.
MyMedicare script:

“Can I register with Parkwood Medical Centre for MyMedicare, and would it help my telehealth, chronic condition management plan or allied health access?”

Official MyMedicare Notice Australian Government MyMedicare Register via Services Australia
When the practice is closed

After-Hours Help, Home Visits and Emergency Options

Emergency Call 000 Use 000 for emergency symptoms. Do not wait for a GP, email reply or after-hours callback.
After-hours home visit Dial-A-Doctor 1300 030 030 The clinic lists Dial-A-Doctor for after-hours home visit service.
Practice-hours home visit Case-by-case only For local patients whose condition prevents attending surgery, dependent on doctor availability and safe/reasonable triage.
After-hours option Phone / address Listed hours Billing note
Dial-A-Doctor 1300 030 030 After-hours home visit service Call provider to confirm availability and fees.
GP After-Hours Armadale 9391 2285 · 3056 Albany Hwy, Mount Nasura Mon–Fri 7pm–10pm; weekends/public holidays 2pm–9pm Fees apply; bulk billing available to current Medicare card holders.
GP After-Hours Canning Vale 9456 0077 · 22 Blenheim Road, Canning Vale Mon–Fri 7pm–10pm; weekends/public holidays 4pm–9pm Fees apply; pensioners, Health Care Card holders and children under 16 are bulk billed.
GP After-Hours Belmont 6253 2100 · 39 Belvidere St, Belmont Mon–Fri 7pm–10pm; Sat 12pm–5pm; Sun/public holidays 9am–5pm Fees apply; pensioners, Health Care Card holders and children under 16 are bulk billed.
Dial-A-Doctor1300 030 030 for after-hours home visit service. Confirm fees and availability.
GP After-Hours Armadale9391 2285 · 3056 Albany Hwy, Mount Nasura. Mon–Fri 7pm–10pm; weekends/public holidays 2pm–9pm.
GP After-Hours Canning Vale9456 0077 · 22 Blenheim Road. Mon–Fri 7pm–10pm; weekends/public holidays 4pm–9pm.
GP After-Hours Belmont6253 2100 · 39 Belvidere St. Mon–Fri 7pm–10pm; Sat 12pm–5pm; Sun/public holidays 9am–5pm.
Home visit warning: the clinic says most problems are better dealt with in the surgery where nursing staff and equipment are available. If a home visit is unsafe or unreasonable, a telephone consult may be offered, or you may be referred to the nearest emergency department.
Call 000 Call Dial-A-Doctor Official After-Hours Details healthdirect 1800 022 222
Appointment preparation

What to Bring to Parkwood Medical Centre

Bring the right details so reception can match your booking, billing and Medicare information quickly.

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Medicare card
Use the same details when booking online and bring the card to the appointment.
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DVA, pension or concession card
Needed to check limited bulk-billing or concession eligibility.
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Payment card
All other patients pay a gap; procedures and private-billed appointments can cost extra.
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Medication list
Include dose, frequency, allergies and recent changes.
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Questions written down
The clinic recommends thinking about and writing down questions before the visit.
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Results or referral letters
Bring pathology, imaging, specialist letters or hospital discharge papers if relevant.
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Family member if helpful
The clinic suggests considering a family member or friend as another set of ears.
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Respiratory mask if symptomatic
Masks are required if you have respiratory symptoms.
Doctor choice made useful

Doctors, Languages and Special Interests

The official team page lists multiple GPs and practice staff. Use the doctor page for current availability, then call reception if you need a doctor with a specific interest or language need.

Language support signals Cantonese, Malay, Hokkien, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, Mandarin Different doctors list different language abilities. Ask reception which doctor is appropriate for the appointment type.
Women, children, paediatrics Several doctor interests listed Useful for family planning, women’s health, children and babies, paediatric health and adolescent health.
Procedures and iron Call before booking Some doctors list iron infusions, skin or Implanon/Mirena procedures; fees and appointment type should be confirmed.
Official Team Page Ask Reception for Doctor Match
Admin rules patients miss

Results, Scripts, Referrals, Email and Recalls

Test results Doctor reviews first The clinic says results are reviewed and acted on in a timely manner; patients are contacted if follow-up is necessary.
Scripts/referrals Doctor discretion + fee Requests without a visit can attract a fee, and the doctor may still require an appointment.
Email Do not expect response For privacy and secure messaging reasons, the clinic does not respond to unencrypted email; call if a response is required.
Recall/reminder tip: keep your mobile number and address updated. The clinic says recall/reminder notifications are sent by SMS, or by letter if you do not have a mobile phone.
Official News & Notices Call Practice
Location and arrival

Address, Phone, Fax and Map

Address 86 Vellgrove Avenue Parkwood WA 6147
Phone (08) 9457 4895 Use for appointments, fees, symptoms, results and admin questions.
Fax (08) 9354 3204 Listed by the official clinic website.
Map tip: use “86 Vellgrove Avenue, Parkwood WA 6147” in maps. Do not choose a Parkwood QLD, South Africa or nearby unrelated listing by mistake.
Feedback and privacy

Feedback, Privacy and Formal Complaints

Feedback first step Speak with practice manager The clinic says feedback is welcome and patients can ask to speak to Folu, the Practice Manager, about complaints or concerns.
Privacy Privacy Act 1988 The clinic says it conforms to the Privacy Act 1988 and requires consent to release relevant information to third parties.
External body HaDSCO WA If unresolved, the clinic points patients to the Health and Disability Services Complaints Office.
Official Feedback Notice HaDSCO Complaints Call HaDSCO 1800 813 583
Avoid wasted time

Common Mistakes Before Booking

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Writing “bulk billing” without explaining it is limited to specific groups and weekday times.
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Booking online with details that do not match the Medicare card.
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Booking online or presenting to reception with flu-like symptoms instead of calling first.
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Booking a short appointment for counselling, complex care, workers compensation, health assessment or medicals.
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Assuming Saturday appointments are bulk billed.
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Emailing the practice and waiting for a reply, even though the clinic says it does not respond to unencrypted email.
Official links after useful answers

Official Sources to Check Before You Travel

Official Parkwood Medical Centre website

Use for address, phone, practice hours, appointment note, respiratory-symptom warning and service overview.

Open official website
Official appointments page

Use for appointment rules, Medicare-card matching, long appointment guidance, new-patient arrival and cancellation notes.

Open appointment page
Official billing and fees page

Use for mixed billing, weekday bulk-billing eligibility, private-billing times, missed appointment fee and non-rebatable examples.

Open billing page
Official services page

Use for services, after-hours options, home visits, communications, scripts, referrals and test-results rules.

Open services page
Official MyMedicare notice

Use for MyMedicare registration routes, longer bulk-billed telehealth note and chronic condition plan changes.

Open news page
Official team page

Use for current doctor names, special interests, language support and nurse/reception team details.

Open team page
Healthdirect GP search

Use as a trusted cross-check for mixed billing, nearby GP options and 24-hour health advice.

Open healthdirect search
Healthdirect helpline

Use 1800 022 222 when symptoms are not clearly life-threatening but you are unsure what care level is needed.

Open healthdirect helpline
FAQ

FAQ: Parkwood Medical Centre Medicare, Bulk Billing, Fees and Appointments

Where is Parkwood Medical Centre located?

This guide is for Parkwood Medical Centre at 86 Vellgrove Avenue, Parkwood WA 6147.

What is Parkwood Medical Centre phone number?

The official phone number is (08) 9457 4895. Call this number for appointments, fees, respiratory symptoms, results, scripts and after-hours guidance.

Is Parkwood Medical Centre bulk billed?

Parkwood Medical Centre is a mixed-billing practice. Patients under 12, pension card holders over 75 and DVA patients are bulk billed on weekdays between 9am and 4:30pm. All other patients pay a gap.

How much is a standard visit?

The official billing page says a standard visit starts at $90, but the cost is often dependent on the length of the consultation.

Are Saturday appointments bulk billed?

The official billing page says Saturday appointments are privately billed.

Are early or late weekday appointments privately billed?

Yes. The official billing page says weekday appointments from 8am to 8:45am and 4:45pm to 5:15pm are privately billed.

How do I book an appointment?

Appointments can be booked by calling the practice on (08) 9457 4895 or by using the online booking feature. Enter details correctly as per the Medicare card so the booking matches the practice appointment book.

Can I book online if I have cough, cold, sore throat, fever or flu-like symptoms?

No. The clinic asks patients with those symptoms not to book online or present to reception. Call the practice instead because a telehealth appointment may be offered.

Will telehealth be bulk billed?

Not always. The clinic says a telehealth appointment not initiated by the doctor will be privately billed. MyMedicare registration may help eligible patients access longer bulk-billed telehealth with their GP.

What are Parkwood Medical Centre opening hours?

The main official page lists Monday to Friday 8am to 5:30pm, Saturday 8am to 12pm, and closed Sundays and public holidays. The official footer also shows weekdays to 6pm, so call reception if your visit depends on the final appointment time.

What services does Parkwood Medical Centre provide?

Services include children’s health, childhood immunisation, chronic disease management, care plans, counselling, diabetes education, family planning, flu vaccinations, health assessments, immunisations, insurance medicals, INR checks, iron infusions, men’s health, minor surgical procedures, occupational health, paediatric and adolescent health, pre-employment medicals, skin cancer checks and removal, women’s health and contraception, and workers compensation.

What is the missed appointment fee?

The official billing page says a $45 fee is charged to patients who do not attend or do not cancel. If you cannot attend, cancel by calling the surgery at least two hours before your visit time.

Can I request a script or referral without seeing the doctor?

Possibly, but it is at the doctor’s discretion and a fee is charged. Depending on the prescription or referral, the doctor may require an appointment.

What after-hours service does the clinic list?

The clinic lists Dial-A-Doctor on 1300 030 030 for after-hours home visit service, and also lists GP after-hours clinics in Armadale, Canning Vale and Belmont. Always call 000 in an emergency.

How do I register for MyMedicare with Parkwood Medical Centre?

The clinic says patients can register using the Express Plus Medicare app, Medicare Online Account via myGov, or with reception staff.

Final Patient Summary

Parkwood Medical Centre at 86 Vellgrove Avenue, Parkwood WA 6147 is a mixed-billing family GP practice. Call (08) 9457 4895 or book online if your details match your Medicare card and you do not have respiratory symptoms.

The key Medicare rule is conditional: patients under 12, pension card holders over 75 and DVA patients are bulk billed on weekdays from 9am to 4:30pm. All other patients pay a gap, and early, late and Saturday appointments are privately billed.

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