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Medicare Mental Health Treatment Plan

With a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP, you may be able to claim Medicare rebates for sessions with an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker.

Who this is for

  • You have a Medicare card
  • Your GP prepares a Mental Health Treatment Plan
  • You’d like rebated sessions to reduce the cost

What it can cover

Every situation is different, and scheme rules change. As a guide, this pathway can include:

Rebates on eligible sessions with an AASW-accredited social worker
A set number of sessions per calendar year, as determined by your GP
A simple review with your GP part-way through

How to start

The simplest first step is a confidential enquiry. Tell us your situation and we’ll explain, in plain language, whether this pathway fits and exactly what to do next — with no obligation.

A calm next step

Reach out when you’re ready

There’s no pressure and no obligation. Send a confidential enquiry or request a call back, and we’ll explain your options — including what you may be entitled to and whether it will cost anything.

Your enquiry is private and secure. We’ll explain who sees your information and how it’s stored before you share anything.
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