FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION

What mental health services are covered by Medicare?

Medicare can cover some of the cost of GP appointments, mental health treatment plans (including up to 10 sessions per year with a mental health professional), support from a social worker and psychiatric services when admitted to a public hospital.

If your health professional bulk bills, Medicare will cover all eligible costs. If they don’t bulk bill, ask how much you’ll have to pay and what you’ll get back from Medicare.

For more information, visit Medicare’s website.