Published 10 Feb 2025
You’re sitting in the doctor’s office. They’ve just suggested it would be worthwhile seeing a specialist for a follow up or further treatment. ‘Do you have any preference for a doctor in this speciality?’ they might ask.
Your GP might have some suggestions, but they can also refer you to a specialist you might prefer.
If you don’t have a friend or family member who has had similar symptoms or treatment, you might have no idea who you should see. Or, you may want more information on how the different specialists charge or where they practice.
Your GP has a wealth of knowledge, so if they are referring you to a particular specialist, why not ask them if they can refer you to a specialist that participates in GMHBA’s Access Gap Cover scheme?
GMHBA has partnered with Australia’s leading digital health platform HealthShare to help our members navigate providers, locations and billing methods through our Find a Provider search.
This search function helps you to find medical specialists in your area, check which hospitals the specialist works from and find out if they’re registered to participate in GMHBA’s Access Gap Cover scheme. Your GP can even search on your behalf.
Going to hospital? We’re here to help
Understanding any healthcare journey doesn’t need to be hard. Learn about what to expect from specialists, how to minimise out-of-pocket costs and avoid unexpected ones. GMHBA’s Going to hospital guide gives you step-by-step advice on what questions to ask, and the information you might need along the way.
Choosing to be treated as a private patient in a private or public hospital can lead to excess payments and out-of-pocket expenses for your hospital and medical costs. We always recommend contacting us prior to a hospital admission to discuss your level of cover, the information you need from your specialist and treating doctor/s and an estimate of benefits for your treatment.
