Certificates for work, study or caring.
Medical certificates are provided after a consultation, in person or by telehealth where suitable. Bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Good to know before you book.
Book while you are unwell
Your GP can only certify what they can reasonably assess, so book during your illness.
Telehealth may suit if you do not need to be examined.
Book telehealth (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Caring for someone?
Certificates for carer's leave are available after a consultation about the person you are caring for.
Bring the person, or book a telehealth appointment if suitable.
Book an appointment (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Forms and reports
Some forms and reports for third parties attract a fee.
Reception will tell you the cost first.
Private assessmentsBulk billed consultations
GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Where a fee applies, reception will tell you before your appointment.
See all fees
Find the care that fits.
Choose a topic to see what is involved, the questions people ask most, and how to book.
Getting the right certificate.
A medical certificate states that you were assessed and were unfit for work or study, or needed to care for someone, for a period of time. Your GP can only certify what they can reasonably assess.
Certificates cannot usually be backdated for days before you were seen.
- Book an appointment
- Talk it through with your GP
- Tests, treatment or referral if needed
- Follow-up and review
Can I get a certificate by telehealth?
Often, yes, if your GP can assess you appropriately without an examination.
Can it be backdated?
Generally not for days before you were assessed.
Back on deck.
Your GP can advise when it is safe to return to work and whether any adjustments are needed. Some workplaces need a specific clearance or form, so bring it with you.
WorkCover certificates of capacity are handled through a WorkCover consultation, which attracts a fee.
- Book an appointment
- Talk it through with your GP
- Tests, treatment or referral if needed
- Follow-up and review
Is a WorkCover certificate bulk billed?
No. WorkCover consultations attract a fee. Bring your claim number and employer details.
Do I need a clearance to return?
It depends on your workplace. Check with your employer and bring any forms.
The numbers worth knowing.
Key facts about screening and care, at a glance.
What is due at your age?
Australia's screening programs start at different ages and run on different timeframes. Move the slider to see what generally applies.
40years
General information about Australian programs, not a personal plan. Talk it through with your GP.
Everyone involved, around you.
Your care can involve more than one person. Choose a part of your care team to see how it fits together.
Your GPs.
Any of our GPs can help. These GPs list related areas among their interests. All are bulk billing GPs for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Chronic disease, skin health, and women's, men's and children's health.
Book with this GP (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Female GP. Women's health, children's health, mental health and preventive care.
Book with this GP (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Acute and chronic disease management, and skin checks.
Book with this GP (opens HotDoc in a new tab)General adult medicine, nutrition and care of older adults.
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Make the most of your appointment.
A little preparation gives you and your GP more time for what matters to you.
What to bring
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What your care will cost.
GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card. Where a fee applies, reception will tell you before your appointment.
Bulk billed
GP consultations
GP consultations for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Fee may apply
Some items and procedures
Some consumables, devices and privately purchased items. Reception will tell you first.
Set by the provider
Other providers
Pathology, imaging, allied health and specialists set their own fees.
If things change between visits.
- Getting worse?(02) 6543 8424Call reception and tell them things have changed, so you can be seen at the right time.
- When we are closed1800 022 222healthdirect, for health advice any time of day or night. Lifeline is on 13 11 14.
- In an emergency000Chest pain, pressure or tightness, or sudden breathlessness. The nearest emergency departments are at Muswellbrook and Scone hospitals.
Signs that need urgent help
- Chest pain, pressure or tightness, or sudden breathlessness
- Signs of stroke: face drooping, arm weakness or speech difficulty
- Severe bleeding, a serious injury, or a sudden severe headache
- Thoughts of suicide or harming yourself or someone else
Medical certificates questions, answered.
If yours is not here, call (02) 6543 8424 and reception will help.
Is it bulk billed?
GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card. Where a fee applies, reception will tell you before your appointment.
Do I need an appointment for a certificate?
Yes. Certificates are provided after a consultation, in person or by telehealth where suitable.
Can certificates be backdated?
Generally not for days before you were assessed, so book while you are unwell.
Do you provide carer's certificates?
Yes, after a consultation about the person you are caring for.
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes. Aberdeen Surgery is currently accepting new patients. Book online any hour through HotDoc or call (02) 6543 8424.
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This page is general health information. It is not advice about your own situation and does not replace a consultation with your doctor. In an emergency, call 000.
Medical certificates, close to home.
Book online any hour, or call reception from 8:00am, Monday to Friday. Bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.