Incorrectly billing time-based professional attendances is a common occurrence, It is a legal requirement to bill the item number that applies to the services provided.
Extensive knowledge is required to bill the relevant item number for services provided and these comprehensive sheets provide doctors with the opportunity to learn using this resource.
Accurate as of 1st July 2025. Item numbers should only be billed when meeting the full item descriptor, explanatory notes and general explanatory notes. Procedure time includes consent and normal aftercare, time taken for the procedure cannot be billed as a consultation
Due to Medicare updates and changes clinicians should regularly check item descriptors and explanatory notes for changes.
