Alex's fee for a 50-60 minute session of individual therapy is $250.
MEDICARE REBATE
A Medicare rebate of $141.85 per session is available to those with a Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) provided by their GP, Psychiatrist, or Pediatrician. For further information, please see here: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-treatment-plan, refer to the FAQ section of this website, or give me a call.
PRIVATE HEALTH FUND REBATE
If you have private health insurance, they may offer a comparable or higher rebate than Medicare depending on your insurer and level of cover. Please contact your private health fund to see if you are eligible.
CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT REBATE
A Medicare rebate of $60.35 per session is available for those with a Chronic Disease Management Plan (CDM) provided by their GP. For further information please see here: Chronic disease GP Management Plans and Team Care Arrangements - Health professionals - Services Australia, or give me a call.
DVA
I am a registered Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) provider. There is no out-of-pocket expense for DVA clients.
NDIS
I accept NDIS clients who are ‘plan-managed’ or ‘self-managed’. There is no out-of-pocket expense for NDIS funded clients.
Workcover
I am a registered Workcover provider. Workcover provides a rebate of $250 per hour for counselling services. Please contact me to discuss the specific details of your Workcover claim.
EATING DISORDERS PATHWAY
Adolescents and adults assessed by their GP, Psychiatrist, or Pediatrician as being eligible for a Medicare Eating Disorders Treatment and Management Plan (EDP) can receive a rebate of $141.85 per session for up to 40 sessions per calendar year. For further information, please see here: Eating Disorder Treatment and Management Plans (nedc.com.au)
Dr Alex Short, Clinical Psychologist
Level 1. 235 Bradman Avenue, Maroochydore, Qld, 4558
Phone: 0478 276 528