Question 1

What is a Mental Health Treatment Plan?

Accepted Answer

A Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) is a plan for people experiencing mental health issues. If you have mental health issues, a doctor can write a plan for you. The plan identifies what type of health care you need and spells out what you and your doctor have agreed you are aiming to achieve.

Question 2

How many psychology sessions do I get with a MHTP?

Accepted Answer

With a MHTP and referral from a doctor you may be eligible for up to 10 rebated psychology sessions per calendar year. This gives you access — subsidised by Medicare — to certain psychologists, occupational therapists and social workers.

Question 3

What is the rebate with a Mental Health Treatment Plan?

Accepted Answer

A MHTP allows patients who hold a valid Medicare card access to treatment for mental health concerns at a subsidised rate.

As at 9 May 2023, if you have an eligible MHTP and referral from a doctor, the government will provide you with a rebate for accessing psychological services:

If you see a Registered Psychologist, you will get back $89.65
If you see a Clinical Psychologist, you will get back $131.65

Question 4

Can I access all my psychology sessions at once?

Accepted Answer

You aren’t able to access all 10 sessions at once. To start with, your doctor will refer you for 6 sessions. After your 6th session, if more sessions are necessary your psychologist will need to write a letter to your doctor for a mental health plan review.

If approved, your doctor will send a letter (or give one to you) letting the psychologist know you have been approved for 4 more sessions. As with your original Mental Health Treatment Plan, this will also need to include a referral letter.

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