General practice (GP)
Area of medical practice that treats a broad range of health conditions in patients who live in the community
Procedures:
Surgery to remove a non-cancerous or cancerous lesion, cyst, scar, or ulcer from the skin of the face, scalp, neck, nipple area, lower leg, or forearm. The area may be repaired with either a flap of muscle, skin or muscle and skin from another part of the body directly after. The procedure is performed either in-hospital or at the specialist's room.
Surgery to remove a cancerous area of skin between 15 mm and 30 mm in size. The sample is sent for testing to look at the cells. The procedure is performed either in-hospital or at the specialist's room.
Surgery to remove a cancerous area of skin less than 14 mm in size from the face. The sample is sent for testing to look at the cells.The procedure is performed either in-hospital or at the specialist's room.
Surgery to move a piece of healthy muscle, skin, or both, to repair a nearby area after removal of a skin growth. The procedure is performed either in-hospital or at the specialist's room.
Services:
A type of ultrasound scan performed during surgery (cross sectional echography).
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis. The scan was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis or abdomen of a pregnant patient, at less than 12 weeks gestation. The scan was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis or abdomen of a pregnant patient, between 12 and 16 weeks gestation. The scan was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An ultrasound scan of the pelvis or abdomen of a pregnant patient after 22 weeks gestation. The scan was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An ultrasound scan to look at one or more lumps on or just under the skin. The scan was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An ultrasound scan of a shoulder or upper arm, or both. One arm only. Patient has not been referred by a medical practitioner.
An ultrasound scan of one knee. The patient was not referred by another medical practitioner.
An ultrasound of an ankle or heel, or both. One side only. The patient has not been referred by a medical doctor practitioner.
An X ray of the hand, or wrist, or forearm, or elbow, or upper arm (humerus). The X ray was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An X ray of the foot, or ankle, or lower leg or thigh bone (femur). The X ray was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An X ray of the shoulder or shoulder blade (scapula). The X ray was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An X ray of the collar bone (clavicle). The X ray was not requested by another medical practitioner.
An X ray of the chest to look at the lungs. The X ray was not requested by another medical practitioner.
A hearing test (audiometry).
The results of a hearing test (audiogram) where sound travels through the ear canal (air conduction).
The results of hearing tests (audiogram) where sound travels through the ear canal (air conduction) and as vibrations (bone conduction) and the person's ability to hear different words (speech discrimination) is also tested.
A test which helps to diagnose airway and lung conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
A test to help diagnose or check airway and lung conditions (spirometry) such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
A procedure using specialised ultrasound (CW Doppler or pulsed Doppler) to investigate if blood vessels in the arms and/or legs are working properly.
A test which measures the difference in blood pressure between the ankle and arm. This is to measure the severity of artery disease in the leg.
A test which measures the difference in blood pressure between the wrist and upper arm. This is to measure how well blood vessels in the lower arm are working.
A procedure where the skin is pricked (skin prick testing) with different substances in the air which might cause allergies (aeroallergens). Testing is to find out what a patient is allergic to.
Allergy tests using small injections under the skin. Testing is to find out if a person is allergic to certain foods or latex.
Allergy tests on small patches of skin (epicutaneous). Testing is to find out what is causing skin rashes (dermatitis). Between 26 and 50 different substances are tested.
An eye test using a camera (non mydriatic retinal camera) to take photos of both retinas (bilateral retinal photograph) to check how clear a person's vision is (visual acuity). This is to check for eye problems due to diabetes (diabetic retinopathy) as part of managing their diabetes (primary glycaemia management).
An eye test using a camera (non mydriatic retinal camera) to take photos of both retinas (bilateral retinal photograph) to check how clear a persons vision is (visual acuity). This is to check for eye problems due to diabetes (diabetic retinopathy) as part of managing their diabetes (primary glycaemia management).
A telehealth (video) appointment with a prescribed medical practitioner for a health assessment of a patient who is of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
A face-to-face appointment with a medical practitioner, at their rooms, lasting at least 20 minutes and less than 40 minutes for acupuncture, and any related clinical consultation.
A face-to-face appointment with a medical practitioner, lasting less than 20 minutes, for acupuncture, and any related clinical consultation.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, lasting less than 30 minutes for a health assessment, for eligible patients.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, for preparation of Team Care Arrangements (TCA) for chronic disease management.
A telehealth (video) appointment with a GP to coordinate Team Care Arrangements (TCA) for chronic disease management.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at a residential aged care facility, lasting at least 40 minutes and less than 60 minutes.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, lasting at least 40 minutes and less than 60 minutes.
A telehealth (video) GP appointment lasting at least 40 minutes.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, lasting at least 40 minutes involving the assessment of a mental health condition and the preparation of a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan for that condition.
A face-to-face appointment with a GP lasting at least 40 minutes, at their rooms, involving the assessment of a mental health condition and the preparation of a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan for that condition. To claim this item the GP must have undertaken mental health skills training recognised through the General Practice Mental Health Standards Collaboration.
A telehealth (video) appointment with a GP lasting at least 40 minutes for the preparation of a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan involving the assessment of a mental health condition and the preparation of a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan. The GP must have undertaken mental health skills training recognised through the General Practice Mental Health Standards Collaboration.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, lasting at least 40 minutes and less than 60 minutes, and taking place after hours.
A telehealth (video) GP appointment lasting at least 40 minutes involving the assessment of a mental health condition and the preparation of a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan.
Participation by a GP in a Residential Medication Management Review (RMMR) for a patient who is a care recipient in a residential aged care facility.
A face-to-face appointment with a GP, at their rooms, for a health assessment of a patient who is of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
A face-to-face appointment with a GP, at their rooms, lasting at least 20 minutes for the assessment of heart health for patients aged 30 or over.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at a residential aged care facility, lasting at least 20 minutes and less than 40 minutes.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, lasting at least 20 minutes and less than 40 minutes.
A telehealth (video) appointment with a GP lasting at least 20 minutes and less than 40 minutes.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, lasting at least 20 minutes and less than 40 minutes, involving the assessment of a mental health condition and the preparation of a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan for that condition.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, lasting at least 20 minutes and less than 40 minutes involving the assessment of a mental health condition and the preparation of a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan for that condition. To claim this item the GP must have undertaken mental health skills training recognised through the General Practice Mental Health Standards Collaboration.
A telehealth (video) appointment with a GP lasting at least 20 minutes and less than 40 minutes for the preparation of a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan involving the assessment of a mental health condition and the preparation of a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan. The GP must have undertaken mental health skills training recognised through the General Practice Mental Health Standards Collaboration.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, lasting at least 45 minutes and less than 60 minutes for a long health assessment, for eligible patients.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, addressing a mental health concern and lasting at least 20 minutes in duration.
A telephone GP appointment, addressing a mental health concern and lasting at least 20 minutes in duration.
A telehealth (video) GP appointment addressing a mental health concern and lasting at least 20 minutes in duration.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, lasting at least 20 minutes and less than 40 minutes, and taking place after hours.
A telehealth (video) GP appointment lasting at least 20 minutes and less than 40 minutes involving the assessment of a mental health condition and the preparation of a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan.
Participation by a GP in a Domiciliary Medication Management Review (DMMR), for eligible patients.
A face-to-face appointment with a GP to prepare a GP management plan (GPMP) for chronic disease management.
A telehealth (video) appointment with a GP to prepare a GP Management Plan (GPMP) for chronic disease management.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, lasting at least 60 minutes for a prolonged health assessment, for eligible patients.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, to review or coordinate a review of either a GP Management Plan (GPMP) or Team Care Arrangements (TCA) for chronic disease management.
A telehealth (video) appointment with a GP, to review or coordinate an existing GP Management Plan (GPMP) or Team Care Arrangements (TCA) for chronic disease management.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, to review a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan or Psychiatrist Assessment and Management Plan.
A telephone GP appointment to review a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan or Psychiatrist Assessment and Management Plan.
A telehealth (video) GP appointment to review a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan or Psychiatrist Assessment and Management Plan.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at a residential aged care facility, for the treatment or management of a straightforward or obvious problem.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, for treatment or management of an obvious problem.
A telephone GP appointment lasting less than 6 minutes.
A telehealth (video) GP appointment for treatment or management of an obvious problem.
A face-to-face appointment with a GP, at their rooms, to manage and treat a straightforward condition, taking place after hours.
A telephone appointment with a GP, lasting at least 20 minutes, to assess patient’s suitability to receive oral antiviral treatment for a confirmed COVID-19 infection.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at a residential aged care facility, lasting at least 6 minutes and less than 20 minutes.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, lasting at least 6 minutes and less than 20 minutes.
A telephone GP appointment lasting at least 6 minutes.
A telehealth (video) GP appointment lasting at least 6 minutes and less than 20 minutes.
A telephone appointment with a prescribed medical practitioner lasting at least 6 minutes.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, lasting at least 30 minutes and less than 45 minutes for a standard health assessment, for eligible patients.
A face-to-face GP appointment, at their rooms, lasting at least 6 minutes and less than 20 minutes and taking place after hours.
An urgent face-to-face GP appointment taking place during unsociable after hours (between 11pm and 7am).
An urgent telehealth (video) GP appointment during unsociable hours (between 11pm and 7am).
A face-to-face urgent GP appointment, taking place after hours.
A meeting with a GP or specialist and at least 4 medical professionals and allied health providers. The meeting is to develop a treatment plan for a person with cancer, and is 10 minutes or longer.
Surgery to remove a non-cancerous or cancerous lesion, cyst, scar, or ulcer from the skin of the face, scalp, neck, nipple area, lower leg, or forearm. The area may be repaired with either a flap of muscle, skin or muscle and skin from another part of the body directly after. The procedure is performed either in-hospital or at the specialist's room.
Surgery to remove a cancerous area of skin between 15 mm and 30 mm in size. The sample is sent for testing to look at the cells. The procedure is performed either in-hospital or at the specialist's room.
Surgery to remove a cancerous area of skin less than 14 mm in size from the face. The sample is sent for testing to look at the cells.The procedure is performed either in-hospital or at the specialist's room.
Many injections of steroid medicine. This is to treat areas of damaged or abnormal skin.
An appointment with a pregnancy and childbirth specialist or a GP 4 to 8 weeks after birth. The appointment is at their rooms and includes a mental health assessment.
A consultation with a specialist for a pregnancy which has passed 28 weeks. The specialist will plan and manage the pregnancy. They might also be available for the birth and care afterwards. The specialist must offer a mental health assessment. The patient can choose to undertake the assessment.
Taking a sample of skin for testing (biopsy) during a consultation.
Surgery to move a piece of healthy muscle, skin, or both, to repair a nearby area after removal of a skin growth. The procedure is performed either in-hospital or at the specialist's room.
A procedure to remove blood from the body (venesection) to help manage certain medical conditions.
A procedure to take blood from an artery to help diagnose a medical condition.
A procedure using laser (laser photocoagulation) to treat abnormal blood vessels of the head or neck.
A procedure using laser (laser photocoagulation) to treat abnormal blood vessels or different types of birth marks (infantile haemangiomas, café au lait macules, naevi of Ota). The area being treated must be smaller than 150cm2.
A procedure using laser (laser photocoagulation) to treat abnormal blood vessels or different types of birth marks (infantile haemangiomas, café au lait macules, naevi of Ota). The area being treated must be between 150cm2 to 300 cm2.
Surgery to insert a hormone or live tissue implant.
A procedure to insert a hormone or tissue into the body through vein using a thin tube (cannula).
A procedure by a medical practitioner (not an emergency doctor), to revive a patient they were already treating in an emergency department at a private hospital. Procedure lasted between 30 mins and 1 hour.
A procedure by a medical practitioner (not an emergency doctor), to revive a patient they were already treating in an emergency department at a private hospital. The procedure is between 1 and 2 hours.
A small (minor) procedure by a medical practitioner (not an emergency doctor), in an emergency department at a private hospital.
A procedure by a medical practitioner (not an emergency doctor), in an emergency department at a private hospital.
The treatment of a fracture or dislocation by a medical doctor (not an emergency doctor) in an emergency department at a private hospital where anaesthesia may be used.
A medicine given for pain relief or anaesthesia by an emergency doctor in an emergency department at a private hospital. The patient is between 4 and 75 years of age.
An appointment with a health care provider during pregnancy (antenatal). This is at a practice in a remote, rural or regional area. This may be with a midwife, nurse or health care provider for people who are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
An appointment with a pregnancy and childbirth specialist (obstetrician) or a GP as part of care during pregnancy (antenatal). Patient has been referred by a midwife.
An appointment with a pregnancy and childbirth specialist (obstetrician) while the patient is pregnant (antenatal).
Monitoring an unborn baby's heartbeat (antenatal cardiotocography) in high risk pregnancy.
Care provided by a doctor for a pregnancy that has passed 28 weeks.
The first appointment with an anaesthetist which is no more than 15 minutes.
An appointment with an anaesthetist. Patient is about to have surgery or has a complex medical history. The appointment is between 15 and 30 minutes.
An appointment with an anaesthetist. Patient is about to have surgery or has a complex medical history. The appointment is between 31 and 45 minutes.
Injection of a local anaesthetic into the vein of an arm or leg.
Giving medicine by injection into the spine (intrathecal, epidural). Medical doctor present for up to 1 hour.
Giving medicine through an IV drip for pain relief or anaesthesia. Medical doctor present for 15 minutes or more.
Injection of anaesthetic into one of the main nerves of the face (trigeminal).
Injection of anaesthetic into a branch of one of the main nerves of the face (trigeminal).
Injection of anaesthetic into one of the main nerves that runs along the upper neck and back of head (greater occipital nerve).
Injection of an anaesthetic into one or more nerves around the genital area (pudendal, dorsal).
Injection of an anaesthetic into the main nerve of the thigh (femoral).
Injection of an anaesthetic into the one or more nerves of the leg (saphenous, sural, popliteal, posterior tibial).
Dressing a small burn which does not need a skin graft.
Dressing a large (extensive) burn and any appointment that goes with it. Anaesthesia is not used.
A procedure to clean out a deep or dirty soft tissue wound. General anaesthetic or area specific nerve numbing is needed. Stitches may be used to close the wound.
A procedure to repair a small and shallow wound of the skin or a mucous membrane. The wound is not on the face or neck.
A procedure to repair a small and deep wound of the skin or a mucous membrane. The wound is not on the face or neck.
A procedure to repair a small and shallow wound of the skin or a mucous membrane. The wound is on the face or neck.
A procedure to repair a small and deep wound of the skin or a mucous membrane. The wound is on the face or neck.
A procedure to repair a long and shallow wound of the skin or a mucous membrane. The wound is not on the face or neck.
A procedure to repair a long and deep wound of the skin or a mucous membrane. The wound is not on the face or neck.
A procedure to repair a long and shallow wound of the skin or a mucous membrane. The wound is on the face or neck.
Repair of a skin tear which goes through all layers of skin (full thickness laceration) of the ear, eyelid, nose or lip.
A procedure to remove an object which doesn't belong from the surface of the body (foreign body).
A procedure to remove a device, which prevents pregnancy, from under the skin.
A procedure where the skin is cut to remove an object which doesn't belong (foreign body). The wound is closed afterwards.
A procedure to remove an object which doesn't belong (foreign body) from a muscle, tendon or other deep tissue.
A procedure to take a sample of mucous membrane for testing (biopsy).
A procedure to remove one or more severely disfiguring lesions or bleeding growths with laser.
A procedure to destroy 10 or more areas of skin which are at risk of becoming cancerous (premalignant).
Surgery to remove a cancerous growth (malignant neoplasm) from the skin or mucous membranes, by scraping curettage) or using laser. May also include cold (cryotherapy) or heat (diathermy) treatment.
Surgery to remove a cancerous growth (malignant neoplasm) from the skin or mucous membranes, using liquid nitrogen to freeze the area.
A procedure to remove blood which has pooled outside the blood vessels (haematoma).
A procedure to cut and drain an area of blood (haematoma) or pus (furuncle or abscess). This procedure does not happen in a hospital.
Surgery to correct limited movement of the tongue (tongue tie).
Surgery to remove a swelling (hydrocele) caused by fluid around the testicle/s.
Surgery to remove the foreskin of the penis (circumcision).
Surgery to remove a growth (tumour or cyst), ulcer or scar smaller than 10 mm (in diameter and located in mucous membrane. A sample will be sent for testing.
Surgery to remove a growth (tumour or cyst), ulcer or scar between 10 and 20 mm (in diameter) and located in mucous membrane. A sample will be sent for testing.
Surgery to remove a growth (tumour or cyst), ulcer or scar larger than 20 mm (in diameter) and located in mucous membrane. A sample will be sent for testing.
Surgery to remove between 4 and 10 growths (tumour or cyst), ulcers or scars, each smaller than 10 mm (in diameter) and located in the skin (cutaneous) or just below (subcutaneous). A sample will be sent for testing.
Surgery to remove a non-cancerous fatty lump (lipoma) by cutting (excision) or suction (liposuction). The lump is under the skin (subcutaneous) and more than 50mm wide. A sample is sent for testing.
Surgery to remove a cancerous (malignant) area of skin smaller than 6 mm in size. This is from or around the nose, eyelid, eyebrow, lip, ear, finger/toe or genitals. A sample will be sent for testing.
Surgery to remove a non-cancerous fluid filled growth (cyst), ulcer or scar which is smaller than 6 mm in size. This includes surgery on or around the nose, eyelid, eyebrow, lip, ear, finger/toe or genitals. A sample will be sent for testing.
Surgery to remove a cancerous (malignant) area of skin larger than 6 mm in size. This is from or around the nose, eyelid, eyebrow, lip, ear, finger/toe or genitals. The sample will be sent off for testing to look at the cells.
Surgery to remove a non-cancerous fluid filled growth (cyst), ulcer or scar which is larger than 6 mm in size. This includes surgery on or around the nose, eyelid, eyebrow, lip, ear, finger/toe or genitals. A sample will be sent for testing.
Surgery to remove a non-cancerous area of skin less than 14 mm in size including a fluid filled growth (cyst), ulcer or scar. This is from or around the face, neck, scalp, nipple, lower leg or upper arm. The sample will be sent off for testing to look at the cells.
Surgery to remove a non cancerous area of skin (non malignant skin lesion) such as a fluid filled lump (cyst), ulcer or scar. The area is more than 14 mm in diameter and is on the face, neck, scalp, nipple area (nipple areola complex), lower leg or forearm.
Surgery to remove a skin cancer (malignant skin lesion). The area is less than 15 mm in diameter.
Surgery to remove a non cancerous area of skin (non malignant skin lesion) such as a fluid filled lump (cyst), ulcer or scar. The area is less than 15 mm in diameter.
Surgery to remove a skin cancer (malignant skin lesion). The area is between 15 mm and 30 mm in diameter.
Surgery to remove a non cancerous area of skin (non malignant skin lesion) such as a fluid filled lump (cyst), ulcer or scar. The area is between 15 mm and 30 mm in diameter.
Surgery to remove a skin cancer (malignant skin lesion). The area is more than 30 mm in diameter.
Surgery to remove a non cancerous area of skin (non malignant skin lesion) such as a fluid filled lump (cyst), ulcer or scar. The area is more than 30 mm in diameter.
Surgery to remove a non-cancerous fluid filled growth (cyst), ulcer or scar which is larger than 6 mm in size. This includes surgery on or around the nose, eyelid, eyebrow, lip, ear, finger/toe or genitals. A sample will be sent for testing.
Surgery to remove a cancerous (malignant) area of skin less than 14 mm in size. This is from or around the face, neck, scalp, nipple, lower leg or upper arm. The sample will be sent off for testing to look at the cells.
Surgery to remove skin cancer larger than 14 mm in size. This is from or around the face, neck, scalp, nipple, lower leg or upper arm. The sample will be sent off for testing to look at the cells.
Surgery to remove skin cancer which is less than 15 mm in size. The sample will be sent off for testing to look at the cells.
Surgery to remove skin cancer which is larger than 30 mm in size. The sample will be sent off for testing to look at the cells.
A procedure where a fine needle is inserted into a breast lump to collect a sample of cells (aspiration).
A procedure to take a sample from a growth (tumour) in breast tissue for testing (biopsy). This is to look at the cells to see if they are cancerous.
A procedure to adjust a band which was previously placed around top of the stomach (gastric band).
A procedure to make a cut into an area around the anus to drain blood which has collected there.
A treatment for varicose veins larger than 2.5 mm in one or both legs. Chemicals are injected and compression bandages are used. This is for up to 6 treatments in 12 months.
A procedure to cut into small veins which drain into varicose veins of one leg.
A treatment for a varicose vein in one leg using laser therapy.
A treatment for more than one veins in one leg using laser therapy.
A procedure to insert a device (IUD, intra uterine contraceptive device) into the uterus/womb to prevent pregnancy.
A procedure to remove a device (IUD, intra uterine contraceptive device) from the uterus/womb, under general anaesthesia.
A procedure on the cervix. This may involve freezing to treat abnormal cells or taking a sample of cells from the area.
Surgery to remove one or more abnormal growths from the cervix.
Taking a sample from the lining of the uterus (endometrial biopsy). This is to check for cancer cells in patients which have abnormal bleeding from the vagina.
A procedure to insert a thin, flexible tube (catheter) into the bladder.
A procedure involving injection into the penis to understand and treat problems with erection (impotence). This is for two services in 36 months.
Surgery to fix a tight piece of foreskin at the top of the penis (frenuloplasty).
Surgery to cut one or both tubes that carry sperm from the testicles (vasotomy, vasectomy). This surgery prevents pregnancy. There are strict legal requirements about this surgery in persons under the age of 18. Medicare may not pay any money towards the surgery if the law is not followed.
A procedure where a small needle or tube is inserted into the chest cavity to remove and drain excess fluid (paracentesis).
A procedure to remove an object which should not be inside the ear canal (foreign body).
A procedure to clean out the inside of the ear. An operating microscope will be needed.
Surgery to stop a nosebleed (epistaxis). May involve heat (cauterisation) or gauze/cotton packing to block blood vessels.
Surgery to remove an oil gland in the eye (extirpation).
Surgery to remove an object stuck in the clear area over the front of the eye (cornea) or the whites of the eye (sclera).
Surgery to remove a small, non cancerous growths. These growths are found around the blood vessels or lymph vessels in the skin, area under the skin, or in mucous membranes (angioma).
Surgery where a flap of skin from another area is taken to fill a skin defect.
Surgery to fix an area after skin was removed to treat a condition. A flap of muscle, skin or muscle and skin is used in the repair.
Surgery to repair a large or complicated skin defect. A flap of skin from another area is taken to fill the defect.
Surgery to repair a skin defect of the eyelid, nose, lip, ear, neck, hand, fingers or thumb, or genitals. A flap of skin from another area is taken to fill the defect.
Surgery to move a piece of healthy skin to an area of damaged skin (graft).
Surgery that uses healthy skin from one part of the body to cover another area which is damaged or cannot heal (graft).
Surgery to move a piece of healthy skin to an area of damaged skin (graft). This may be around the eyelid, nose, lip, ear, neck, hand, thumb or fingers, or genitals.
Surgery using a piece of skin from one area of the body to repair another area (graft).
Surgery to remove cancer from the lip, eyelid or ear. This is done by removing the tissue with cancer and then repairing it with stitches.
Surgery to remove a fingernail from a finger or thumb.
Surgery to treat an ingrowing finger nail. This involves removing part of the nail, some of the skin around the nail or the area where the nail joins the finger.
Surgery to treat an ingrowing finger nail. This involves using a chemical to stop part of the nail growing back.
A procedure to treat a dislocated shoulder (when the shoulder pops out of its socket).
A procedure to treat a fracture of the wrist (carpus).
A procedure to treat a fracture of a bone in the wrist (carpal) just below the thumb (scaphoid).
A treatment for a fracture of one or both of the forearm bones (radius, ulna) at the wrist, using a cast.
A treatment for a fracture of one or both of the forearm bones (radius, ulna) at the wrist. External supports are used to hold the bones together. Anaesthesia is used.
A treatment for a fracture along the shaft of both forearm bones (radius and ulna), using a cast.
A treatment for a fracture to the collar bone (clavicle).
A treatment for a fracture to one or more rib bones.
A treatment for a fracture to the shaft of large bone in the lower leg (tibia), using a cast.
Surgery to remove a toenail.
Surgery to treat an ingrowing toenail. This involves removing part of the nail, some of the skin around and under the nail.
Surgery to treat an ingrowing toenail. This involves using heat or a chemical to stop part of the nail growing back.
Surgery to treat an ingrowing toenail. The nail bed is removed.
An appointment while the patient is pregnant (antenatal). The appointment is by telehealth.
An appointment with a midwife, nurse or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health practitioner during pregnancy (antenatal). The appointment is by telehealth and up to 10 services per pregnancy are provided.
An appointment while the patient is pregnant (antenatal). The appointment is by telehealth.