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Health assessments.An hour to look at everything.

Medicare funds a long appointment at certain ages and for certain groups. It is the one appointment designed to look at everything rather than the thing you came in about.

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What to know
Book the right lengthTell reception what it is about so enough time is set aside.
No referral neededThis is general practice care — you can book directly with us.
Ask for who you preferMale and female GPs are available. Say who you would like when you book.
One practiceYour history in one place, so nothing has to be explained twice
Longer if you need itAsk reception for a long appointment when there is more than one thing
Bulk billedStandard consultations, for everyone with a valid Medicare card
Medicare Bulk Billing PracticeStandard GP consultations are bulk billed for everyone with a valid Medicare card.
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The whole picture,not the presenting problem.

A health assessment is a long, structured appointment. The practice nurse takes measurements and history, then your GP reviews everything and makes a plan. It covers blood pressure, weight and waist, blood sugar and cholesterol risk, kidney function, smoking and alcohol, activity, mood, screening you are due for, immunisations, and family history.

Its value is that it looks for the things you have not noticed. Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney disease and early heart disease all develop silently for years, and all are far easier to manage when found early.

Bring family historyWhich relative, what happened, and at what age. Age at diagnosis changes risk calculations more than most people expect.
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Am I eligible?

Medicare funds several. Broadly: a type 2 diabetes risk assessment at 40–49 for people with a high risk score, a one-off general health check at 45–49 for people with a risk factor for chronic disease, an annual assessment from 75, and an annual health check for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of any age. Reception can check what you are due for.

Is it bulk billed?

Yes, with a valid Medicare card.

What is a heart health check?

An assessment of your risk of a heart attack or stroke over the next five years, using blood pressure, cholesterol, smoking status, diabetes and other factors. For most adults without known heart disease this is recommended from age 45, from 35 if you have diabetes, and from 30 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It is repeated within five years if your risk is low and within two years if it is intermediate.

40–49

Diabetes risk assessment

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40–49Diabetes risk assessment

Once every three years for people aged 40 to 49 with a high risk score on a short questionnaire.

45–49

General health check

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45–49General health check

A one-off structured assessment, available once between 45 and 49 for people with a risk factor for chronic disease.

From 75

Annual assessment

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From 75Annual assessment

The most comprehensive, covering balance, memory, senses, medicines and home.

Any age

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health check

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Any ageAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health check

Available annually, covering the full picture at every life stage.

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Heart health check

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Also offeredHeart health check

Your five-year risk of heart attack and stroke, and what would lower it.

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Numbers and history

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BringNumbers and history

Home readings, family history with ages, and every medicine in its box.

Risk is not the same as illness.Knowing your numbers early is how you keep it that way.

Nurse first,then your GP.

Booked as a long appointment, usually starting with the practice nurse.

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How long does it take?

Between 45 minutes and an hour, depending on which assessment.

Do I need blood tests first?

Often yes. Having them done beforehand means the results can be discussed at the assessment rather than afterwards.

What comes out of it?

Usually a short list of practical actions, plus a care plan if you have a chronic condition.

1Check eligibilityReception can tell you which assessment you are due for.Before booking
2Bloods beforehandWhere needed, so results are ready to discuss on the day.A week before
3Nurse then GPMeasurements and history, then the clinical review and plan.45–60 minutes
4The planA short list of concrete actions, plus referrals or a care plan where useful.Same day

Medicare health assessments

40–49 diabetes risk check

45–49 general health check

75+ annual assessment

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander health checks

Heart health check

Bulk billed

Practice nurse and GP

Medicare health assessments

40–49 diabetes risk check

45–49 general health check

75+ annual assessment

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander health checks

Heart health check

Bulk billed

Practice nurse and GP

Medicare health assessments

40–49 diabetes risk check

45–49 general health check

75+ annual assessment

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander health checks

Heart health check

Bulk billed

Practice nurse and GP

Health assessmentsquestions, answered.

Who is eligible for a health assessment?

Broadly: 40–49 for a type 2 diabetes risk assessment, 45–49 once for a general health check if you have a risk factor, annually from 75, and annually at any age for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Is it bulk billed?

Yes, with a valid Medicare card.

How long does it take?

Between 45 minutes and an hour.

Do I need to fast?

Only if blood tests are arranged beforehand, and you will be told.

What is a heart health check?

An assessment of your five-year risk of heart attack and stroke, recommended for most adults from 45, from 35 with diabetes, and from 30 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

How often can I have one?

It depends on which assessment. Some are annual, some are one-off.

Do I need a referral?

No. Book directly with us.

What if something is found?

It becomes a plan — often a care plan, sometimes further tests or a referral.

General information onlyThis page is general health information for anyone who finds it useful. It is not advice about your own situation and it does not replace a consultation with a doctor who knows you. If you are worried about a symptom, book an appointment or call (02) 6530 7404. In an emergency, call 000.

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