Shingles Vaccine

The New Shingles Vaccine (SHINGRIX) has arrived and is available for free, if you are over the age of 65. Two doses of Shingrix are required 2 - 6 months apart.

Covid-19 Vaccinations & Boosters Available

• Pfizer Comirnaty JN.1 is available and recommended for everyone over 65 years.

• People aged 18 years and above who are immunocompromised are recommended a booster covid dose.

• Please discuss eligibility or any questions with your doctor or visit www.health.gov.au for eligibility criteria.

MyMedicare

From October 1st 2023 MyMedicare is now open for voluntary patient registration.

MyMedicare is a voluntary patient registration model aiming to formalise the relationships between GPs and their patients.

For more information please select the following link: MyMedicare Information LINK

Neerim South Medical Centre is a fully-accredited general medical practice. We offer a wide-range of medical services with a focus family medicine, including children’s health, women's health, men's health, minor surgical procedures and Telehealth phone consultations. The practice has on-site pharmacy and pathology and has strong links with the local district hospital and visiting medical specialists. We are a mixed-billing practice and bulk-bill healthcare card holders, pensioners, children 15 years and under. We also provide 24/7 emergency care for our regular patients.

12 Month Medicare Telehealth Rule

There is a Medicare requirement that a patient must attend an in person clinic consultation in the last 12 months to be eligible for a rebate or bulk billed Telehealth consultation. You will be notified when booking a Telehealth consultation through reception if you do not meet this requirement. Limited exceptions apply.