New COVID-19 Medicare items, available from 13 March 2020, allow vulnerable/isolated clients to access psychological services delivered via telehealth (i.e., videoconference) or phone.

These items form part of the 10 services allowed per year under the Better Access to mental health care initiative and allow clients who meet the Government’s COVID-19 eligibility criteria to receive services via telehealth and phone. Please call 6234 3555 for more information.