Getting Started with Online Claiming
Before you can use Electronic Claims you must be registered with Medicare Australia.
What to do first
Download registration forms from http://www.medicareaustralia.gov.au/provider/business/online/register/apply.jsp.
You will need the following information to register:
- Name of Practice - the name of your clinic
- Contact person at practice - a technical person nominated as the contact person for your clinic
- Location ID - request your location ID from Communicare Support
- Location Certificate
- Payee Provider - a designated provider who will be associated with the clinic's bank account
Medicare contact information
Medicare Australia's contact information:
- Online claiming Helpdesk - 1800 700 199
- Online claiming Registration webpage - http://www.medicareaustralia.gov.au/provider/business/online/register/apply.jsp
- Department of Human Services, Medicare program -1300 660 035