Level A GP consultation - brief consultation for straightforward issues

What is the Medicare rebate for Item 23?

The current Medicare schedule fee for MBS Item 23 is $43.90.

What is MBS item number 23 in Australia?

MBS item number 23 is a Medicare Benefits Schedule billing code used in Australia. Level A GP consultation - brief consultation for straightforward issues. The current Medicare rebate is $43.90.

What is the MBS item number for General Practice?

MBS item number 23 is used for general practice services. Level A GP consultation - brief consultation for straightforward issues.

MBS Item 23 - MBS Item Number 23 | Medicare Australia

Official MBS Australia Description

Professional attendance by a general practitioner for an obvious problem characterised by the straightforward nature of the task that requires a short patient history and, if required, limited examination and management.

What is MBS Item 23?

MBS Item 23 is a Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) billing code used in Australia for a Level A general practitioner consultation. It's the shortest type of standard GP visit, typically lasting less than 5 minutes. This MBS item number is one of the most commonly used codes in Australian general practice.

When is Item 23 used?

Item 23 is appropriate for:

Simple, straightforward health issues
Brief follow-up appointments
Single prescription renewals
Quick results discussions
Simple referral letters

Key details

Medicare rebate: $43.90
Typical duration: Under 5 minutes
Bulk billed: Often, depending on practice policy

How does it compare to other consultation items?

Item	Level	Typical Duration	Medicare Rebate
23	A	< 5 mins	$43.90
36	B	6-20 mins	$43.10
44	C	20-40 mins	$84.40
52	D	40+ mins	$124.35

Important notes

Only one consultation item can be billed per patient per day
Cannot be billed with certain other items on the same day
Must involve genuine clinical content

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Item Number 23