NewTeleDoc Medical connects patients across Australia with AHPRA-registered General Practitioners for compassionate, confidential online mental health consultations. Patients can book a telehealth GP consultation ($49) for anxiety, depression, or burnout support, request a repeat eScript refill ($25) for regular stable mental health medications, obtain psychology referral letters ($25), or request a medical certificate ($15) for workplace stress leave.
100% Bulk Billed Mental Health Care Plans & GP Consultations
Access compassionate, confidential mental healthcare from home. Eligible Medicare cardholders can receive a Bulk Billed Mental Health Care Plan (MHTP) and reviews, unlocking Medicare rebates for psychologist visits.
⚕️ Evidence-Based Clinical Governance & Mental Health Care Plans
A Mental Health Care Plan (MHTP) is a structured treatment plan prepared by a GP to help manage mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, or burnout. Under Medicare guidelines, an MHTP allows eligible patients to claim Medicare rebates for up to 10 psychology sessions per calendar year. We offer 100% Bulk Billing for all eligible MHTP preparations and ongoing reviews.
Mental Health Services & Bulk Billing Details
Transparent clinical pathways covered under Medicare bulk billing.
| Service Type | Clinical Scope | Medicare Eligibility | Out-of-Pocket Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mental Health Care Plan (MHTP) Preparation | Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnostic screening (K10/GAD-7/PHQ-9), and formal referral to allied health/psychology. | Valid Medicare Card & meeting MBS eligibility criteria | BULK BILLED ($0) |
| MHTP Review Consultation | Clinical review of treatment progress, psychologist feedback assessment, eScript renewals, and referral re-allocation. | Valid Medicare Card & active MHTP | BULK BILLED ($0) |
How Your Telehealth Consultation Works
A simple, supportive pathway focused on patient safety, privacy, and clinical quality.
Confidential Evaluation
Your GP conducts a thorough review of your symptoms, medical history, and current stressors, completing standard diagnostic questionnaires (such as K10, GAD-7, or PHQ-9).
Care Plan & Psychology Referral
If eligible, your GP prepares a Bulk Billed Mental Health Care Plan and provides a formal referral letter for rebate-subsidised sessions with a psychologist.
Ongoing Review & Continuity
Schedule regular follow-ups to track progress, adjust medication dosages, manage side effects, or issue digital medical certificates for work or study leave.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers regarding Medicare bulk billing and mental health care plans.
Any patient with a valid Medicare card who is experiencing a diagnosed mental health condition (such as anxiety, depression, or chronic stress) and meets Medicare Clinical Eligibility criteria can receive a Bulk Billed Mental Health Care Plan preparation or review.
A Mental Health Care Plan grants Medicare rebate eligibility for up to 10 individual psychology sessions per calendar year. Your initial referral covers up to 6 sessions, followed by a GP review for the remaining 4 sessions.
Yes. Australian-registered GPs can evaluate and prescribe standard non-controlled mental health medications (such as SSRIs or SNRIs) when clinically appropriate. Controlled substances (such as benzodiazepines or Schedule 8 stimulants) are strictly not prescribed via telehealth.
Yes. If stress, anxiety, or burnout prevents you from attending work or university, an AHPRA-registered GP can issue an official medical certificate under the Fair Work Act 2009 following a clinical evaluation.
Get Started with a Bulk Billed Mental Health Care Plan
Consult an experienced Australian GP for confidential psychiatric evaluations, eScripts, medical certificates, and psychologist referrals.