Patient Information
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Please come prepared to your appointment so we can provide the best diagnosis and find the right treatment options.
Bring the following:
Your GP or specialist referral
Any x-rays or scans that you have had previously
Copies of your recent sleep study or CPAP download if applicable
A current medication list and any allergies that you may have
Your Medicare Card
Your Health Care Card or Veterans Affairs Card if you have one
Location & Parking
Suite 501 Vitality Village, 5 Discovery Court, Birtinya QLD 4575
Parking options:
Free on site 2-hour visitor parking: Driveway; Under the building; Neighbouring carpark (see attached map)
Free 3-hour visitor parking at Stockland Birtinya Shopping Centre (located adjacent to Vitality Village)
Free unlimited off site road parking nearby on Discovery Court (limited)
Paid undercover parking opposite Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital – Entrance on Bullwinkle Lane (a short walk)
Our rooms
Frequently asked questions
What is the fee structure?
Consultation fees are either charged in line with Australasian Medical Association(AMA) recommended schedule or below. To find out the exact fees for consultation with our individual specialists please contact us directly via phone or email.
If you hold a valid Medicare card, all fees will be eligible for a Medicare rebate that you can claim directly from Medicare. This can be lodged electronically at the time of payment, if your bank account is registered with medicare.
If you hold a valid pension card discounted fees may apply. If you are a DVA gold card holder the account will be sent directly to Veterans Affairs.
Payment is expected on the day of consultation.
Payment can be made by Eftpos, credit cards or cheque.
What if I have to cancel my appointment?
If you need to cancel or change your appointment we ask that you give us at least 24 hours notice, so that we can fill your appointment time with another patient. If you do not give us 24 hours notice a cancellation fee may apply. If you provide your mobile phone number at the time of arranging your appointment you will receive a reminder text message a few days before.
Will my private insurance cover any fees?
Private insurance will not cover outpatient consultation fees. Private insurance will usually fully rebate medical services provided by Sunshine Coast Respiratory and Sleep specialists whilst admitted as a hospital inpatient, including bronchoscopy and sleep studies.
In most cases you will be seen by the specialist to whom your referring doctor has addressed the referral. However, there may be occasion when we offer an appointment with another specialist. This will usually be due to clinician availability and the urgency of the referral, or possibly the nature of the problem. Our priority is to see you as soon as possible, to deliver the best care and outcome. You will always have the option of waiting to see the specialist of your choosing
Will I see the specialist of my choice?
