underactive thyroid a problem?
Sep 15th 2006, 9:00 am
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Re: Not really expensive........
Originally Posted by Nice Guy
The rules have recently been changed.
I take several medications throughout the day and they used to cost me $15 for the script, and $15 per item for 6 months supply.
Now with the changes it is $15 per script and $3 per item for 6 months supply.
So the total for you should be $18 per 6 months plus any GP expenses, my GP charges me $17 per visit…………hardly a Kings ransom!
I take several medications throughout the day and they used to cost me $15 for the script, and $15 per item for 6 months supply.
Now with the changes it is $15 per script and $3 per item for 6 months supply.
So the total for you should be $18 per 6 months plus any GP expenses, my GP charges me $17 per visit…………hardly a Kings ransom!
How come the GP only charges you $17 per visit?
Sep 15th 2006, 9:15 am
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Re: Not really expensive........
Originally Posted by jueinnz
How come the GP only charges you $17 per visit?
Sep 15th 2006, 9:34 am
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Re: Not really expensive........
Originally Posted by Nice Guy
Being part of a PHO or something.............not totally sure but my fees are lower and I'm happier......if that is ever possible.
Sep 15th 2006, 12:11 pm
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Re: Not really expensive........
Originally Posted by jueinnz
Whats PHO?
I believe the way some GP's are funded now enables them to have more money given by the government for each patient visit, hence the lower fees........I think!
Sep 16th 2006, 9:52 pm
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Re: Not really expensive........
Originally Posted by Nice Guy
PHO = Primary Health Organisation...............or something like that.
I believe the way some GP's are funded now enables them to have more money given by the government for each patient visit, hence the lower fees........I think!
I believe the way some GP's are funded now enables them to have more money given by the government for each patient visit, hence the lower fees........I think!
Sep 17th 2006, 7:14 am
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Re: Not really expensive........
Originally Posted by Nice Guy
Being part of a PHO or something.............not totally sure but my fees are lower and I'm happier......if that is ever possible.
Sep 17th 2006, 7:55 am
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Re: Not really expensive........
Originally Posted by sunshine_and_rain
Me too - my bill is $30 and my scripts are way dearer than your as well???
