Get a new specialist referral letter
A new specialist referral is a letter from a GP to a specialist that you have never seen before. It states the reason you need to see the specialist and any relevant medical history. In Australia Medicare card-holders get a rebate when seeing a specialist doctor, if they have a valid referral letter from a GP.
Qoctor provides new referrals for a limited number of conditions:
- A dermatologist for acne management
- A respiratory specialist or sleep specialist for investigation/ management of obstructive sleep apnoea
- An opthalmologist (eye specialist) for consideration of laser surgery
- A plastic surgeon for a variety of cosmetic procedures
- A urologist/surgeon for a vasectomy
- A gynaecologist for insertion of a contraceptive coil
- A gynaecologist for female sterilization
PLEASE NOTE Qoctor can also provide a repeat specialist referral letter if you are returning to a specialist you have seen in the past. Specialists generally need a new referral letter every 12 months.
By getting your letter via telehealth with Qoctor you’ll
…free up time
The last thing anyone wants is to spend precious time sitting in a waiting room, when you could simply organise a referral letter in a few minutes from the comfort of your own home.
…save money
Getting your new referral from an online doctor is an affordable $24.99.
…free up appointments
Most medical centres and General Practitioners are very busy. By getting your referral letter online you free up appointments for other patients who may be unwell or require urgent medical care.
… keep your GP in the loop
the name of your regular GP can be provided to your specialist, to ensure good communication and continuity of care.
