Find a specialist
Using our provider search gives you a good indication about how often the specialist has taken part in our Access Gap scheme.
Access Gap
Access Gap is a program that aims to reduce the difference between the Medicare fee and what doctors charge. Doctors can choose to take part in Access Gap on a case-by-case basis, and if they do you’ll either have no gap or be told exactly what your out-of-pocket costs will be.
At this point, you can choose your specialist with your GP based on your treatment and how often they participate in our scheme to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses. So, if you’re up for a procedure, say with a Cardiothoracic Surgeon, you can search in advance to find a surgeon in your area who could offer you gap-free services. Peoplecare has agreements with more than 37,000 doctors across Australia, so you’re bound to find a doctor who can use Access Gap (gaps can vary from case to case).
Check out our find a specialist search tool to find a doctor who’ve taken part in Access Gap in the past.
The results, which you can use as a guide, will look like this:
Need help using the provider search? There’s a step-by-step guide here, Access Gap guide.
There’s something important though in step 3 before your leave your GP’s office.
