Specialist Referrals
Request a Specialist Referral From HelloGP Doctors
Connect with a HelloGP’s AHPRA-registered doctor online for specialist referrals. If clinically appropriate, you’ll receive a referral letter to take to your specialist.
Need a GP Referral from an Experienced Doctor?
Getting specialist referrals and doctor consultations is now more accessible through Telehealth. HelloGP provides GP referrals via online consultations with qualified doctors, allowing you to receive care from the comfort of your home. Each consultation follows proper clinical guidance to ensure accurate assessment and support. Whether you need a specialist referral or medical advice, the process is handled in a structured and clinically appropriate way.
Need a GP Referral from an Experienced Doctor?
- Get condition assessed by a secure platform
- Receive a formal referral letter for specialist or diagnostic care
- Use your referral to claim Medicare rebates where eligible
- Access care from home or work
What Are Specialist Referrals?
A GP referral is a formal letter, and HelloGP is a digital platform that connects patients with doctors who can assess their condition and issue GP referrals when clinically appropriate.
Note: You may see a specialist without a referral, but Medicare will not cover the cost, and some specialists may not accept appointments without one.
- Medical specialist consultations
- Allied health services
- Diagnostic imaging
- Pathology tests
- Ongoing or complex health conditions
Types of Referrals You Can Request Online
HelloGP allows patients to obtain referrals after an online consultation with a GP, particularly for non-urgent or repeat referrals.
- Cardiology
- Dermatology
- Gynaecology
- Psychiatry
- Orthopaedics
Request a GP Referral With HelloGP
GP referrals through HelloGP provide a convenient way to access coordinated care while meeting Medicare requirements. Doctors assess your condition and issue referrals that support continuity of treatment.
- Online GP consultations from home
- Through GP assessment
- No travel, parking, or waiting rooms
- Medicare-compliant referral letters
- Secure and confidential consultations
- Referrals are issued only when clinically appropriate
How Do GP Referrals Work?
Book Your Consultation:
Visit our website and book an online GP consultation to discuss your symptoms and need for specialist care.
Consult with a GP Online:
Speak with a GP via secure video or phone consultation. The GP will assess your condition and advise whether a referral is appropriate.
Receive Your Referral:
If approved, your referral will be provided electronically, allowing you to book an appointment with your chosen specialist or diagnostic service.
Request a referral Today
Who Specialist Referral Services Are Best For
Online GP referrals are suitable for patients who need coordinated care without requiring a physical GP visit.
This service may be suitable if you:
- Need a referral to access Medicare rebates
- Require a repeat or ongoing referral
- Have a non-urgent health concern
- Prefer online consultations
- Live in regional or remote areas
When Online Specialist Referrals Are Not Suitable
Online GP referrals may not be appropriate for emergencies or medical conditions that require immediate in-person assessment.
Seek urgent in-person care for:
- Chest pain, shortness of breath, or suspected cardiac events
- Severe injuries, uncontrolled bleeding, or major trauma
- Sudden stroke-like signs, seizures, or loss of consciousness
- Severe infections, fever with rapid deterioration, or signs of sepsis
- Acute mental health crises require immediate support
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