13SICK
Service Description
Australia's largest network of after hours home visiting doctors. They treat patients with acute, episodic conditions on weeknights, weekends and public holidays. Bulk billing for all patients with a Medicare or GOLD DVA card. Medications may be provided by doctors in order to start immediate treatment. A clinical report is sent to the patient's GP the next day, ensuring continuity of care. The service is for frail, aged, infants, children, those with disabilities or in aged care facilities.
Alternate Names: National Home Doctor Service
Phone based service
Hours of Operation
Mon-Fri: 6pm-8am, Sat: 12pm-8am, Sun & Public Holidays 24 hr
Accessibility
Referral System
Self referral ok-only for after hours service when regular GP is unavailable
Service Fees
Bulk Billed
Organisational Information
Area Served
National
Parent Organisation
24-7 Healthcare
Other Information
Facilities Available
Services operate Nationally in Qld, VIC, SA
Volunteering Opportunities
No
Last Updated: 25 September 2024