Radiology & Imaging Request

Yes, we are unable to send you a copy of your Diagnostic Imaging Report without discussing them with the doctor first. If you wish to have a copy of your report, please request them to be sent to you during your follow up consultation.

Yes, follow-up consults do incur another consultation fee.

Yes. During your initial consult you can request for your results to be sent to your usual practice where you can discuss your results with your regular GP. Alternatively, you can ask your regular GP to contact the Imaging Centre and have them request your results be sent to them. Please note we cannot send your results to your GP ourselves.

No. The Diagnostic Images are different from the Diagnostic Imaging Report. Only when a radiographer has written and signed off on the report, and it has been confirmed to be received by our clinic should you request a follow up consultation.

Yes. In order to have your report reviewed by one of our doctors, you must:

1. Create an Instant Consult account.
2. Let us know the date you had the test done, where you had the test done, and what tests were conducted. We can then obtain a copy and add it to your Instant Consult patient record. We will notify you via text, email and Instant Consult notification once we have received your results.
3. Request a consult through Instant Consult and any of the doctors will be able to see your Imaging Report and discuss the results with you.

Fees are for the consultations itself – not what medical documents are issued to you. Just like any consultation if you were to visit a local medical clinic, we cannot guarantee what medical documents or advise the doctor will issue you. You will have to have a consultation where the doctor will ask about your health history, symptoms and any other details required, so they can make an informed decision as to whether or not the consult will result in a medical document being supplied.

Consults are covered by Medicare and are bulk-billed with a valid Medicare card for patients under 12 months of age only.

Medicare stipulates we cannot bulk-bill any patients who are not under 12 months of age.

If you are not eligible for a bulk-billed consult, the following private fees are applicable and not rebateable by Medicare:

Radiology Referrals issued by a Doctor at Instant Consult can be used and any reputable Radiology Centre. Please use an internet search engine (e.g. Google) to locate your preferred Radiology Centre near you.

Radiology Referral forms can be used up to 12 months from your consultation.

• X-Ray: Examines bones and certain internal structures for fractures, infections, tumors, and other abnormalities.
• CT Scan (Computed Tomography): Provides detailed images of internal structures, useful for detecting and diagnosing conditions such as tumours, injuries, and infections.
• MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging): Produces detailed images of soft tissues, organs, and joints, assisting in the diagnosis of conditions such as neurological disorders, joint injuries, and tumours.
• Ultrasound: Examines organs, blood vessels, and the fetus during pregnancy. Commonly used to assess the abdomen, pelvis, and heart.
• Doppler Ultrasound: Measures blood flow through blood vessels, helping diagnose conditions such as blood clots, arterial stenosis, and vascular disorders.
• Mammography +/- Breast Ultrasound: Screens for and detects breast cancer by imaging breast tissue. Ultrasound may provide additional information about breast abnormalities.
• Nuclear Medicine +/- X-Ray: Assesses organ function and structure, detecting conditions such as thyroid disorders, bone metastases, and cardiac issues.
• Echocardiography: Evaluates the structure and function of the heart, assisting in the diagnosis of heart conditions such as valve disorders, heart failure, and congenital heart defects.
• Stress Echocardiography: Combines echocardiography with stress testing to assess the heart’s response to increased workload, aiding in the diagnosis of coronary artery disease.
• Bone Densitometry: Measures bone mineral density, helping to diagnose osteoporosis and assess the risk of fractures.
• OPG (Orthopantomogram): Captures a panoramic view of the jaws and teeth, assisting in the diagnosis of dental and jaw-related conditions.

Technically, you can get an X-ray or other radiology services without a Referral in Australia. However, most radiology clinics will require a Referral from a health professional. That’s because these types of healthcare services tend to be costly. You’ll want to make sure that the tests you’re getting correspond to your health needs. Plus, Medicare covers the cost of X-rays and other radiology services only if you have a valid Referral, especially for R-type services. Without one, you might have to pay the full amount yourself.

No. Using a Radiology Referral more than once with the appropriate exemption is considered fraud against Medicare.