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Wollongong Medical Centre: Fees, Hours, Booking & Patient Guide

Independent patient guide to Wollongong Medical Centre on Crown Street. Covers phone number, address, opening hours, mixed billing, appointment-needed access, skin checks, mental health, chronic disease care, WorkCover, allied health, accessibility, map directions and what to confirm before your GP visit.

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Location

239–241 Crown Street
Wollongong NSW 2500

Billing Snapshot

Mixed billing
Bulk billing may be available with conditions; fees may apply.

Hours & Phone

Mon–Fri 8:30am–5:30pm
Sat 9am–4pm
02 4254 2600

Instant Answer: Does Wollongong Medical Centre bulk bill?

Wollongong Medical Centre is listed as a mixed billing service. Healthdirect says bulk billing is available with conditions and fees may apply. NSW Health Play Safe explains mixed billing means you may be eligible for bulk billing if you fit certain criteria, but if you do not qualify you may need to pay a fee.

Best move before booking: call reception and ask, “For my age, Medicare/concession status, doctor, appointment type and appointment time, will this visit be bulk billed, gap billed or privately billed?”

Quick Patient Decision Box

Call or book through the official clinic pathway if you need a standard GP appointment, skin check, mental health care, chronic disease review, men’s health, women’s health, immunisation, travel medicine or WorkCover consultation.

Call reception first if you need a long appointment, procedure, allied health, x-ray/pathology clarification, fee confirmation, test result review, work medical, skin cancer check or mental health plan.

Call 000 for chest pain, stroke symptoms, severe breathing difficulty, collapse, serious injury, severe allergic reaction or major bleeding.

Wollongong Medical Centre Quick Facts for Patients

This guide focuses on Wollongong Medical Centre, the IPN general practice at 239–241 Crown Street, Wollongong NSW 2500. NSW Health Play Safe lists a very similar address as 237–241 Crown Street, while Healthdirect lists 239–241 Crown Street. Use the Crown Street address and phone number when checking maps or contacting reception.

The main phone number is 02 4254 2600. Healthdirect lists the clinic as appointment-needed, mixed billing, and open 6 days a week. NSW Health Play Safe also lists facilities including accessible toilet, toilet and wheelchair access, while advising patients to call to check whether an appointment is needed.

Official clinic nameWollongong Medical Centre, an IPN general practice.

Main phone02 4254 2600 for appointments, fees, doctors and service questions.

Address239–241 Crown Street, Wollongong NSW 2500.

AccessHealthdirect lists appointment-needed access; NSW Health lists wheelchair access and accessible toilet.

What Are Wollongong Medical Centre Opening Hours?

Healthdirect and NSW Health Play Safe list Wollongong Medical Centre as open Monday to Friday 8:30am–5:30pm and Saturday 9:00am–4:00pm. NSW Health Play Safe shows the service closed on Sunday and many public holidays.

Opening hours and appointment availability are not always the same thing. Doctor rosters, skin check appointments, mental health plans, pathology, x-ray, allied health, WorkCover and procedure availability may vary. If you need a specific GP or service, call before travelling.

Monday to Friday8:30am to 5:30pm listed by Healthdirect and NSW Health Play Safe.

Saturday9:00am to 4:00pm listed by Healthdirect and NSW Health Play Safe.

SundayClosed in the NSW Health Play Safe listing.

Public holidaysCall before attending because public holiday hours can differ or the clinic may be closed.

Need to confirm today’s GP roster, Saturday availability or public holiday access?

Call Reception Open Healthdirect Listing

Does Wollongong Medical Centre Bulk Bill? — Mixed Billing Guide

Wollongong Medical Centre is listed as mixed billing. Healthdirect says bulk billing is available with conditions and fees may apply. NSW Health Play Safe explains that mixed billing means you may be eligible for bulk billing if you fit certain criteria, but you may need to pay a fee if you do not qualify.

WayAhead describes service fees as “Bulk Billing Available — Fees apply for after hours service.” Because fee rules can change by doctor, patient category, appointment time and appointment type, do not assume every appointment is bulk billed.

May be bulk billedSome patients or appointment types may qualify, depending on clinic rules and eligibility.

May have feesNon-eligible patients, after-hours services, procedures, reports or non-standard consults may cost extra.

Bring MedicareBring your Medicare card and any concession, pension, DVA or student card if relevant.

Ask directly“What is my out-of-pocket cost for this exact appointment?”

Best patient wording: “I have Medicare and [concession/DVA/age category if relevant]. For this doctor and appointment type, will I be bulk billed, gap billed or privately charged?”

Wollongong Medical Centre Appointment Booking — Phone, Official Website and Walk-In Checks

Healthdirect lists Wollongong Medical Centre as appointment-needed. NSW Health Play Safe says to call to check whether an appointment is needed and provides the clinic phone number. The safest approach is to call 02 4254 2600 or use the clinic’s official IPN page if online booking is available through its current system.

Call first if you need a longer consultation, multiple issues reviewed, mental health care plan, chronic disease plan, skin check, WorkCover consultation, sports medicine, immunisation, travel medicine, occupational medicine, x-ray, pathology or allied health appointment.

Use phone booking for final confirmation of availability, fees and appointment type.

Phone Booking: 02 4254 2600 Official IPN Page

New patient preparation

If this is your first visit, arrive early enough for check-in and paperwork. Bring your Medicare card, photo ID, concession card if relevant, medication list, allergies, hospital discharge notes, recent pathology or imaging results, specialist letters, vaccination records and any forms you need completed.

Wollongong Medical Centre Appointment Type Picker

Use this quick picker before booking so reception can place you into the right appointment type. This reduces delays, fee confusion and the risk of being asked to return for a longer appointment.

Standard GP consultOne simple issue, basic referral, repeat script, short certificate or straightforward follow-up.

Long GP consultMental health plan, chronic disease management, multiple symptoms, complex medication review or detailed paperwork.

Skin check / skin cancer medicineAsk whether you need a specific doctor, longer slot, dermoscopy or procedure appointment.

Call before bookingWorkCover, occupational medicine, travel medicine, immunisations, allied health, x-ray, pathology or procedure fees.

Simple rule: if your issue involves more than one problem, mental health, skin cancer checks, workplace injury, travel medicine, procedure care or forms, call first and request the correct appointment length.

Wollongong Medical Centre DNA Fee — What It Means and How to Avoid It

DNA means “Did Not Attend”. The verified public sources checked for this guide did not show one fixed public missed-appointment fee amount for Wollongong Medical Centre. Because cancellation rules may vary by doctor, appointment type, allied health provider, skin check, procedure or WorkCover booking, ask reception or check your booking confirmation when making the appointment.

Do not guess the no-show fee

This guide does not invent a dollar amount. Missed-appointment fees are usually private administrative fees and are not covered by Medicare. Confirm the cancellation window and any DNA fee before booking.

Cancel early if you cannot attend. This is especially important for longer GP appointments, mental health plans, chronic disease care plans, skin checks, allied health, pathology-related follow-up and WorkCover appointments.

Need to cancel, move or confirm your appointment?

Call Reception

Fees to Confirm Before Booking at Wollongong Medical Centre

Because the clinic is listed as mixed billing, patients should confirm costs before attending. A Medicare card does not automatically mean every visit is free. Your final cost can depend on eligibility, appointment length, doctor, time, service and whether the appointment includes a procedure or report.

Standard GP consultAsk whether your visit will be bulk billed, gap billed or privately charged.

After-hours serviceWayAhead notes fees apply for after-hours service.

Skin checks and proceduresAsk about skin cancer checks, biopsy, excision, dressings or consumable fees.

WorkCover / occupational medicineConfirm claim details, employer requirements and billing pathway.

Travel medicine and vaccinesAsk about vaccine stock, vaccine cost and Medicare eligibility.

Allied healthPhysio, dietitian, x-ray and pathology may have separate access and fee rules.

Patient script: “I’m booking for [reason]. Is this appointment bulk billed, gap billed or private? Are there any extra costs for procedures, vaccines, reports, pathology, x-ray or WorkCover paperwork?”

Wollongong Medical Centre Telehealth — What to Check Before Booking

The verified public listings checked for this guide did not clearly confirm a current telehealth policy for Wollongong Medical Centre. Because Australian Medicare telehealth rules can be strict, ask reception before booking a phone or video appointment.

For many GP telehealth rebates, patients generally need an established clinical relationship with the practice, commonly including a face-to-face appointment in the previous 12 months unless an exception applies. New patients should not assume a Medicare-rebatable phone consult is available as a first visit.

May suit telehealthSimple follow-up, repeat scripts, results discussion or continuing care where the GP agrees it is safe.

Not suitableEmergency symptoms, severe pain, injuries, new physical symptoms or issues needing examination.

New patientsConfirm whether telehealth is available, clinically suitable and Medicare-rebatable.

Ask firstCheck appointment mode, fee, rebate eligibility and whether in-person review is safer.

Need to check telephone consult rules or Medicare eligibility?

Ask Reception About Telehealth Services Australia Telehealth Info

Test Results, Scripts and Referrals at Wollongong Medical Centre

For test results, scripts and referrals, call reception and ask the current clinic process. Many Australian GP clinics do not release clinical results through reception without a GP review, especially when the result needs explanation, repeat testing, medication change, referral or urgent follow-up.

If you are following up skin pathology, chronic disease blood tests, mental health medication, travel medicine, sexual health tests, x-ray results or occupational medicine paperwork, book the right appointment rather than assuming a quick phone message is enough.

Results reviewAsk whether your result needs a standard consult, long consult or urgent review.

Repeat scriptsAsk whether a GP review is needed before repeat medication can be issued.

Specialist referralsBring the specialist name, reason, previous results and appointment deadline.

Work or insurance formsConfirm fees, appointment length and whether the doctor can complete the document.

Wollongong GP After Hours — What to Do When the Clinic Is Closed

Wollongong Medical Centre is listed as open Monday to Saturday and closed Sunday in NSW Health public listings. If the clinic is closed and the issue is not life-threatening, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222 for health advice.

Call 000 for urgent symptoms

Do not wait for a GP appointment if there is chest pain, stroke symptoms, severe breathing difficulty, collapse, severe allergic reaction, major injury, heavy bleeding, sudden confusion or a serious mental health crisis.

Use the right care pathway after hours.

Healthdirect: 1800 022 222 Emergency: 000

Wollongong Medical Centre Services — GP, Skin Checks, Mental Health and WorkCover

Public listings describe Wollongong Medical Centre as an established family medical practice providing primary healthcare to individuals and families. NSW Health Play Safe lists healthcare services including skin cancer medicine, skin checks, mental health, men’s health, women’s health and chronic disease management.

WayAhead lists additional service areas including disease prevention and health promotion, medication management, counselling and referrals, Mental Health Care Plans, immunisations, travel medicine, child health, sports medicine, over-75 health assessments, sexual health, occupational medicine and WorkCover consultation. It also notes allied health services including physio, dietitian, x-ray and pathology.

Family GP careGeneral illness, scripts, referrals, certificates, preventive checks and family medicine.

Skin checksSkin cancer medicine and skin checks are listed in public sources.

Mental healthMental health care, medication management, counselling referrals and Mental Health Care Plans are listed.

Men’s and women’s healthPublic listings mention men’s health, women’s health and sexual health services.

Chronic diseaseChronic disease management and health assessments may need longer appointments.

Work and allied healthWorkCover, occupational medicine, physio, dietitian, x-ray and pathology are listed by WayAhead.

Wollongong Medical Centre Reviews — What Patients Should Look For

When comparing Wollongong Medical Centre reviews, focus on practical details rather than only star ratings. Useful review patterns include whether appointment booking was easy, whether reception explained mixed billing clearly, whether the GP handled skin checks or chronic disease carefully, whether waiting times were reasonable, and whether follow-up for results, referrals or WorkCover paperwork was clear.

The patient-style notes below are realistic examples to help you prepare. They are not presented as verified public reviews or official testimonials.

★★★★★

“The most useful step is to call before booking and ask whether your exact appointment is bulk billed or has a gap fee.”

— Wollongong patient

★★★★☆

“For skin checks, mental health plans or WorkCover, ask for the right appointment length instead of booking a short standard consult.”

— Illawarra resident

★★★★★

“The Crown Street location is central, but confirming doctor availability and fees before travelling saves time.”

— Local worker

Wollongong Medical Centre Location & Map — Crown Street Directions

Wollongong Medical Centre is listed at 239–241 Crown Street, Wollongong NSW 2500. It is a central Wollongong location useful for patients around Wollongong CBD, Crown Street, Wollongong Station, North Wollongong, Coniston, Gwynneville, Keiraville, Mangerton, Figtree and surrounding Illawarra suburbs.

Before travelling: confirm doctor, appointment time, fee and service type.
By public transport: allow walking time from Wollongong Station or nearby bus stops.
By car: check nearby parking options before your appointment, especially around busy CBD periods.
Accessibility: NSW Health Play Safe lists accessible toilet, toilet and wheelchair access, but call if you need specific mobility support.
Address caution: public sources show 239–241 or 237–241 Crown Street; use the clinic phone number and map to confirm the exact entrance.

Open the map before travelling and confirm the entrance if unsure.

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Who Wollongong Medical Centre May Suit Best

Wollongong Medical Centre may suit patients who want a central Crown Street GP practice, Saturday availability, mixed billing with possible conditional bulk billing, skin check access, mental health care, chronic disease management, WorkCover support and allied health/pathology-related services.

Wollongong CBD patientsUseful for people near Crown Street, Wollongong Station, CBD offices, retail areas and nearby suburbs.

Patients comparing feesGood if you are comfortable checking mixed billing rules and eligibility before booking.

Skin and chronic care patientsPublic sources list skin checks, skin cancer medicine and chronic disease management.

WorkCover and occupational needsWayAhead lists occupational medicine and WorkCover consultation, but call first for paperwork and billing.

What to Bring to Wollongong Medical Centre

Bring the right documents so reception and the GP can process your visit properly, especially if you are new, discussing fees, needing skin checks, mental health care, WorkCover, referrals, travel medicine, chronic disease management or test results.

Medicare cardBring your current Medicare card or digital Medicare card.

Concession or DVA cardBring proof if you are relying on possible bulk billing eligibility.

Medical detailsBring medication list, allergies, hospital discharge notes, specialist letters and recent results.

Payment methodBring a card because mixed billing means some fees may apply.

Skin check documentsBring previous skin biopsy results, specialist letters or photos if relevant.

WorkCover detailsBring employer, claim, insurer and certificate requirements if attending for workplace injury.

Common Mistakes to Avoid Before Visiting Wollongong Medical Centre

Do not assume every appointment is bulk billed because the clinic is listed as mixed billing.
Do not arrive without Medicare, concession/DVA card if relevant, and a payment method.
Do not book a short appointment for a Mental Health Care Plan, chronic disease plan, skin check or multiple complex issues.
Do not assume Sunday access; public listings show Sunday closed.
Do not rely on public holiday access without calling first.
Do not expect WorkCover, occupational medicine, reports or procedures to follow standard GP billing rules.
Do not assume pathology, x-ray or allied health hours are the same as GP hours.
Do not use routine GP booking for emergency symptoms.

Wollongong Medical Centre vs Other Wollongong Clinics — Which One Do You Mean?

Wollongong has several clinics with similar search intent. This page is for Wollongong Medical Centre at 239–241 Crown Street, phone 02 4254 2600. If you meant Wollongong Campus Medical Centre, TeamMed Medical Practice Wollongong, Wollongong Doctors, Ochre Medical Centre Wollongong or another Crown Street clinic, check the address and phone number before booking.

This guideWollongong Medical Centre, 239–241 Crown Street, phone 02 4254 2600.

Different clinicWollongong Campus Medical Centre is associated with the University of Wollongong / Keiraville campus area.

Different clinicOchre Medical Centre Wollongong is listed at Level 1 / 51 Crown Street.

Different clinicWollongong Doctors is listed around Wollongong Central with a different phone number.

Nearby and Related Medical Centre Guides for NSW Patients

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How This Wollongong Medical Centre Guide Was Checked

This guide was built from official and trusted public sources, including Healthdirect’s Wollongong Medical Centre listing, NSW Health Play Safe, WayAhead Directory and the official IPN Wollongong Medical Centre page where accessible through public listings.

Clinic billing, doctor availability, appointment fees, public holiday hours, telehealth access, DNA rules, procedure costs, skin-check availability, allied health access and booking links can change. Always confirm final details directly with the clinic before travelling or relying on fee information.

Verification note: address, phone, broad opening hours, mixed billing, appointment-needed access and listed service categories were verified from trusted public sources. Exact fees, appointment type, telehealth access and bulk billing eligibility should be confirmed directly with reception.

FAQ — Wollongong Medical Centre Common Questions

What is Wollongong Medical Centre phone number?

The main phone number listed by Healthdirect and NSW Health Play Safe is 02 4254 2600.

Where is Wollongong Medical Centre located?

Healthdirect lists Wollongong Medical Centre at 239–241 Crown Street, Wollongong NSW 2500. NSW Health Play Safe lists 237–241 Crown Street, so use the Crown Street address and phone number to confirm the exact entrance.

Does Wollongong Medical Centre bulk bill?

Wollongong Medical Centre is listed as mixed billing. Healthdirect says bulk billing is available with conditions and fees may apply. Call reception to confirm whether your exact appointment is bulk billed, gap billed or privately billed.

What are Wollongong Medical Centre opening hours?

Healthdirect and NSW Health Play Safe list Monday to Friday 8:30am–5:30pm and Saturday 9:00am–4:00pm. NSW Health Play Safe shows Sunday closed and many public holidays closed.

Do I need an appointment at Wollongong Medical Centre?

Healthdirect lists appointment needed. NSW Health Play Safe says to call to check whether you need an appointment. Calling first is the safest option.

Does Wollongong Medical Centre offer skin checks?

Yes. NSW Health Play Safe lists skin cancer medicine and skin checks among the clinic’s healthcare services. Call to confirm doctor availability, appointment length and fees.

Does Wollongong Medical Centre provide mental health care?

Public listings mention mental health services, medication management, counselling referrals and Mental Health Care Plans. Ask for a longer appointment if you need a mental health plan or detailed review.

Does Wollongong Medical Centre offer WorkCover or occupational medicine?

WayAhead lists occupational medicine and WorkCover consultation. Bring employer, claim and insurer details and ask about billing before booking.

What is the Wollongong Medical Centre DNA fee?

The verified public sources checked did not show one fixed missed-appointment fee amount. Ask reception about the cancellation window and any non-attendance fee when booking.

Does Wollongong Medical Centre have allied health services?

WayAhead lists allied health services including physio, dietitian, x-ray and pathology. Availability and fees should be confirmed directly with the clinic.

Is Wollongong Medical Centre the same as Wollongong Campus Medical Centre?

No. This guide is for Wollongong Medical Centre on Crown Street. Wollongong Campus Medical Centre is a different service associated with the University of Wollongong / Keiraville campus area.

Is Wollongong Medical Centre good for a GP near me?

It may suit patients near Wollongong CBD, Crown Street, Wollongong Station, North Wollongong, Coniston, Gwynneville, Keiraville, Mangerton and surrounding Illawarra suburbs who want a central GP clinic open Monday to Saturday.

How do I compare bulk billing doctors in Wollongong?

Compare whether the clinic bulk bills your exact appointment type, doctor, time and patient category. Also compare gap fees, opening hours, skin check availability, allied health access and cancellation policies.

Official Sources & Patient Disclaimer

This page is an independent patient guide for medicalcentre-au.org. It is not the official website of Wollongong Medical Centre, IPN, Healthdirect, NSW Health, WayAhead, Medicare, Services Australia or any government agency. It does not provide medical diagnosis, treatment advice, billing advice or emergency care.

Official and trusted sources checked before writing include Healthdirect’s service listing, NSW Health Play Safe, WayAhead Directory and the public IPN clinic link referenced by those listings.

Use official and trusted sources for booking, fee confirmation and urgent health guidance.

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