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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral to see the Medical Specialists or Lung Function Testing? 

Yes. You will need a valid medical referral from your General Practitioner.

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Is parking available onsite? 

Yes. Parking is available onsite, with on street parking also available.

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Can I get to my appointment by public transport?

Yes.  Route 0840 (Oran Park to Campbelltown) operates Monday to Friday, and will drop you a short walk away on Gregory Hills Drive, opposite the Gregory Hills Hotel.

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What should I bring to my first appointment?

  • A current referral from your doctor or medical specialist,

  • Any correspondence related to your referral,

  • A list of your medications and allergies (including natural preparations such as fish oil and turmeric),

  • Any previous scans / test results which are relevant to your appointment.

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Does Macarthur Medical Services Bulk Bill under Medicare? 

No.  Macarthur Medical Specialists is a private medical fee for service practice. If you would prefer a Medicare bulk billing service (no gap payment), please discuss this with your GP or make an appointment with the relevant medical speciality through Camden & Campbelltown Hospital.

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What fees are involved with a consultation? 

All consultations with medical specialists involve both a private gap payment and Medicare payment, which is rebated to your bank account.  Lung function testing is bulk billed under Medicare with a GP referral. 

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What days do your medical specialists consult?

Please see below for details regarding our medical specialist consulting days and contact phone numbers:

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What is Respiratory & Sleep Medicine?

Respiratory & Sleep Medicine Specialists care for people who have breathing or sleep disorders.  They help diagnose, treat, manage and prevent these conditions through thorough clinical assessment, respiratory and sleep tests, the prescription of medication and advice on living well with your condition.

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Does Macarthur Medical Services offer onsite / home sleep testing?

No. If you need sleep testing you will be referred to the most appropriate style of test with one of our trusted Sleep Testing partners.

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What is Lung Function Testing?

Lung Function Tests measure how well your lungs work, and can sometimes be useful in the diagnosis and management of many lung and sleep conditions. With the assistance of a Respiratory Scientist we can assess how much air your lungs hold, how quickly you can expel that air and many other indicators of lung health.

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What is Gastroenterology?

Gastroenterology Specialists care for people who have digestive disorders.  We can help diagnose, treat, manage and prevent these conditions through a thorough clinical assessment, providing testing for the upper and lower digestive tracts, the gallbladder, colon or bile duct, prescription of medications and advice on living well with your condition.

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What does a General / Breast Surgeon do?

A General / Breast Surgeon is a qualified surgeon. They specialise in the management of people requiring general (gallbladder surgery, hernia repairs and cyst / lipoma removals) and breast (breast cancer and benign breast problems, including breast reduction and tissue abnormality) surgical procedures.

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