Direct Access
OrthoRAPID accepts ALERTS from patients & their carers DIRECTLY
There are alternatives to waiting weeks to see your GP or hours in busy emergency departments just to get a referral
Access to OrthoRAPID is simple
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ALERT
Give us the heads-up.
The earlier we know about your injury, the more efficient your journey will be.
Click to alert us
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Referral
Don't forget your medical referral to Dr Kolt.
Online telehealth providers are the quickest way to obtain your referral if you don't already have one.
02
Imaging
OrthoRAPID will assist you to have the most appropriate imaging for your injury.
Radiology facilities are available in the region we service.
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Appointment
Our practice manager will contact you to arrange your initial consultation with secure payment options.
Radiology Locations
Medical Referral Options
You will need a medical referral to
Dr Jeremy Kolt
Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon
Provider Number 622268DH
Ask your doctor to send this electronically via "Medical Objects"
Your GP or emergency department or Urgent Care Clinic doctor can write a referral for you
If you need to consult OrthoRAPID urgently, there are options to obtain this referral TODAY
In person at IWC Bundaberg Urgent Care Clinic
184 Barolin Street, Bundaberg
Via a range of online telehealth providers
Via Metro North Health
Virtual Emergency Department
Clinic Fees
OrthoRAPID Alert / Phone Enquiry: No cost
Initial Visit: Bulk billed - if you are referred from IWC Bundaberg Urgent Care Clinic
$100 if you are referred from external to IWC Bundaberg Urgent Care Clinic - after Medicare rebate your out-of-pocket cost will be $18.70
Subsequent Visit: Bulk billed - if you were referred from IWC Bundaberg Urgent Care Clinic
All follow-up care after surgery will be bulk billed
Surgery Fees: We will check your health fund & level of cover
There may be an out-of-pocket cost (gap) payable to Dr Kolt and/or your anaesthetist
Uninsured Patients: Will be charged according to the Australian Medical Association fee schedule
Hospital Fees: There may be a hospital excess payable
Additional Costs: You may be charged by external providers for casts / boots / crutches / etc
Full financial consent is provided prior to surgery
Please note you do not require a medical referral to contact OrthoRAPID for an injury alert or phone enquiry
You do require a medical referral to claim the Medicare rebate for consultation or if you require surgery