Dear valued patient,

We are writing to inform you of impending changes to TAC and Workcover accounts processed at Bellarine Medical Group.

As has been widely circulated through various media outlets, general practitioners and the body the represents them (the RACGP) have been calling on the government to match fees for service set out by the Australian Medical Association (AMA). It has been encouraging that recent increases to Bulk Billing incentives have been made to assist GP’s in meeting their running costs, however TAC and Workcover have not adjusted their fees to match these changes.

Unfortunately, the current Workcover and TAC fees are not sustainable to meet the ongoing clinic running costs.

As with many clinics in Victoria, Bellarine Medical Group has had to make the difficult decision to change how TAC and Workcover accounts are processed.

As of 1st September 2024, TAC/Workcover patients will be required to pay for their consultation on the day, and the patient themselves will have to claim back the consultation fee through TAC, Workcover insurer or employer directly. There will be an out of pocket cost for these consultations, reflective of current private billing fees.

We thank you for your understanding and patience with our administrative team as these changes come into effect.

Bellarine Medical Group