Endocrinology
Area of medical practice that treats health conditions with a hormonal cause
Procedures:
Services:
A procedure using specialised X ray to measure bone strength (densitometry) in two or more different bones. This procedure is done to confirm low bone density after a broken bone or monitor someone already with low bone density.
A procedure using specialised X ray to measure bone strength (densitometry) in two or more different bones. This is to diagnose and monitor bone loss caused by certain medications or medical conditions.
A procedure using specialised X ray to measure bone strength (densitometry) in two or more different bones. This is to diagnose and monitor bone loss caused by certain medical conditions.
A procedure using specialised X ray or CT scans to measure bone strength (densitometry) in two or more different bones. This is for patients aged 70 years and older.
A procedure using specialised X ray to measure bone strength (densitometry) in two or more different bones at least 12 months after a major change in therapy.
A follow-up appointment with a consultant physician to review ongoing care for a complex disorder. The appointment is 20 minutes or longer.
A follow-up appointment with a consultant physician. The consultant physician will look at a specific condition and/or provide a course of treatment. The appointment is at their rooms.
The first appointment with a consultant physician to assess and plan care for a complex disorder. The appointment is 45 minutes or longer.
The first appointment with a consultant physician. The consultant physician will look at a specific condition and/or provide a course of treatment. The appointment is at their rooms.
A specialist coordinates a meeting with at least 3 other care providers. They all provide different types of care. The meeting is between 15 and 30 minutes.
A specialist coordinates a meeting with at least 3 other care providers. They all provide different types of care. The meeting is 45 minutes or longer.
A specialist attends a meeting with at least 2 other care providers. They all provide different types of care. The meeting is between 15 and 30 minutes.
A specialist attends a meeting with at least 2 other care providers. They all provide different types of care. The meeting is between 30 and 45 minutes.
A meeting with a specialist and at least 2 other care providers who provide different types of care. The meeting is 45 minutes or longer.
A meeting with a GP or specialist and at least 3 other medical professionals and allied health providers. The meeting is to develop a treatment plan for a patient with cancer, The meeting is 10 minutes or longer.
The first appointment with a consultant physician for a specific condition and/or course of treatment (who is not a psychiatrist). The appointment is by telehealth and is longer than 5 minutes.
A follow up appointment with a consultant physician (who is not a psychiatrist). The appointment is by telehealth and is longer than 5 minutes.
A follow up appointment (minor) with a consultant physician (who is not a psychiatrist). The appointment is by telehealth and is longer than 5 minutes
The first appointment with a consultant physician (who is not a psychiatrist) using telehealth. This is to assess a patient with at least two long-term health conditions. The appointment is 45 minutes or longer.
An appointment with a consultant physician (who is not a psychiatrist) using telehealth. This is to follow up on a patient with at least two long-term health conditions. The appointment is 20 minutes or longer.