mecwacare is committed to improving access to healthcare services for patients who live in regional, rural and remote areas via the use of technology.
What is telehealth?
Telehealth is video calling or phone consultation between you and your clinician. It reduces travel time and costs for patients, removes the stress of travel and provides greater accessibility to specialist services for patients. Telehealth is available to Medicare card holders and consultations can be bulk billed. For allied health consultations, telehealth is also available under various funding streams, including private health insurance, Department of Veterans’ Affairs, WorkCover, Traffic Accident Commission and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
Benefits of telehealth
· Less or no travel time
· Your appointment can be conducted anywhere, including in your home or with your local healthcare professional
· Less disruption to your usual routine
· Increased independence
· Video calls are secure and private
· There is no additional cost to be seen via telehealth, however, please note that data usage costs may apply.
Start a telehealth call
If you have received your appointment time and are ready to start your appointment:
· Click on the Telehealth Clinic button below.
Please start your video call 5-10 minutes before your appointment time.
