Billing
Policy

Perth Radiological Clinic’s approach to billing

PRC is a private radiological practice that provides high quality diagnostic imaging services using only the most up-to-date technology and highly trained medical professionals. Our aim is to support the community to access affordable quality diagnostic imaging.

Most of our services are bulk billed for Pension and Health Care Card holders.

We also offer bulk billing (no-gap) on the following Medicare eligible services:

Diagnostic MRI* (excluding breast MRI)
X-ray (excluding OPG)
Diagnostic CT (excluding doctor procedures and cone beam CT)
PET
Diagnostic ultrasound* (excluding doctor procedures, breast, nuchal and anatomy scans)

Bulk billed patients will have no out-of-pocket gap fees to pay on the day of their appointment.

For most other services provided, PRC charge an out-of-pocket gap fee. Our fee structure is based on the investigation or procedure required, the cost to provide the service and the level of contribution (if any) from Medicare.

PRC has a compassionate approach to billing. Medically urgent scans will always be seen, regardless of our billing policy. Patients who are facing financial difficulty are asked to discuss their specific situation at the time of booking. Payment plans can be arranged.

A number of early-access appointments are also available for the services identified with an (*) above. These appointments require an out-of-pocket gap fee. They are held specifically for patients to enable early access and more personal choice for day and time.

An out-of-pocket gap fee is the difference between the fee Perth Radiological Clinic charge for our private appointments and the Medicare rebate. The gap fee varies based on the type of examination performed. The gap fee will be communicated at the time of booking by our customer support team.

For most other services provided, Perth Radiological Clinic charge an out of-pocket gap fee. Our fee structure is based on the investigation or procedure required, the cost to provide the service and the level of contribution (if any) from Medicare.

You will be eligible to be bulk billed for most services. However, for complex procedures or investigations not covered by Medicare, a private fee applies. A valid Pension or Health Care Card must be presented at the time of booking.

No out-of-pocket payment is required for bulk billed no-gap services. Payment for private appointments is preferred on the day and we accept EFTPOS, credit card, cash, cheque and BPay payments for your convenience.

If your radiology examination occurred or is planned to occur during a hospital stay or in a Day Procedure Unit, please refer to our Inpatient Billing Policy Guide.

Patients who anticipate financial difficulties are asked to discuss their specific situation with staff at the time of booking. Pension or Health Care Card holders will be bulk billed where possible, and payment plans can be arranged.

For further information our Outpatient and Inpatient Billing Policy Guides are below.