Health assessments
Health assessments in Rutherford, a full check of how you are going.
Structured health checks at key life stages, bulk billed for eligible patients, to catch problems early and plan for the years ahead.
Prevention, planned around you.
A health assessment is a structured check of your overall health at important stages of life. It helps your GP spot risks early, catch up on screening and vaccines, and plan with you to stay well.
Rutherford Doctors is a Medicare Bulk Billing Practice in Rutherford. Health assessments are bulk billed for eligible patients. Ask reception which assessments you are eligible for.
Find out which assessment you are eligible for.
How we can help.
Choose a topic to learn what is involved and when to see a GP.
45 to 49 years
A check for people at risk of developing a chronic disease.
People aged 45 to 49 with a risk factor such as high blood pressure, smoking or family history.
Lifestyle, blood pressure, weight, cholesterol and diabetes risk.
Your GP agrees steps to lower your risk.
75 and over
A yearly check of your health, independence and wellbeing.
Medicines, memory, mood, falls risk, vision, hearing and support at home.
People aged 75 and over.
Referrals and support to stay well at home.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health check
A yearly health check for people of any age.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of all ages.
A full health check tailored to your age and needs.
May give access to follow-up allied health services.
Heart health check
An assessment of your risk of heart attack and stroke.
From age 45, or 30 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, lifestyle and family history.
Your GP explains your risk and options.
Diabetes risk
Checking your risk of type 2 diabetes.
Your GP may use the AUSDRISK tool.
A blood test if your risk is high.
Lifestyle changes can reduce your risk.
Something else on your mind? Our GPs can help.
Which assessment is for me?
Health assessments available at Rutherford Doctors.
Mid-life
45 to 49 year health assessment
Looks at lifestyle and risk factors for conditions like diabetes and heart disease.
Bulk billed for eligible patients.
Older adults
75+ health assessment
A full review of health, medicines, memory, mobility and support.
Bulk billed for eligible patients.
All ages
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health check
A complete health check tailored to your age.
Bulk billed for eligible patients.
Heart risk
Heart health check
Estimates your risk of heart attack and stroke over the next five years.
Bulk billed for eligible patients.
Diabetes
Diabetes risk evaluation
Checks your risk of type 2 diabetes.
Ask your GP about eligibility.
Eligibility for Medicare health assessments depends on age, risk factors and how recently you had one.
Not sure which one you need? Ask reception.
Your health assessment.
What to expect.
Allow time
Longer appointment
Health assessments take longer than a standard visit.
Nurse support
Practice nurse
Our nurses may help with parts of your assessment.
See a GP promptly if
- Chest pain or breathlessness (call 000 if severe)
- Unexplained weight loss
- New lumps or changing spots
- Blood in urine or poo
Step by step
- 1Book
Book a longer appointment and mention which assessment.
- 2Questions
You answer questions about your health, family history and lifestyle.
- 3Checks
Blood pressure, weight, waist and other checks. Blood tests may be arranged.
- 4Plan
Your GP explains findings and agrees a plan with you.
Book your health assessment.
Screening catch-up
Your assessment is a good time to catch up on cervical, bowel and breast screening and vaccines.
Follow-up
Your GP may recommend follow-up tests, referrals or a care plan.
Checks by age.
Select an age group.
Book your check.
Our GPs.
Choose a GP or book the first available.
No preference? Book the first available GP.
Health assessments questions.
Are health assessments bulk billed?
Yes, for eligible Medicare patients.
Who can have a 45 to 49 health assessment?
People aged 45 to 49 with at least one risk factor for chronic disease.
How often can I have a 75+ assessment?
Every year.
Who can have an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health check?
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of any age, every year.
How long does an assessment take?
Longer than a standard appointment. Reception will book the right time.
This page provides general information about health assessments services at Rutherford Doctors. It is not a substitute for advice about your own health. Please book an appointment to discuss your situation. In an emergency, call 000.
