Fees
What is the cost?
Our services include BCG and other travel vaccines for children.
BCG Vaccination
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Includes assessment and administration of BCG vaccine
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Assessment for other travel vaccines
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The out of pocket cost (gap) is $148.
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The total fee is $296, a $148 Medicare refund applies with a referral
Travel Vaccination Assessment
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Covers assessment for vaccines like Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Yellow Fever, Rabies, Japanese Encephalitis or Measles Mumps Rubella.
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The out of pocket cost (gap) is $50 + vaccine cost(s).
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Total fee is $198, a $148 Medicare refund applies with a referral.
Family Travel Vaccination Assessment
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Ideal for siblings or parents traveling with their children.
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Includes consultation and administration of the BCG vaccine.
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Covers assessment for travel vaccines such as Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Yellow Fever, Rabies, Japanese Encephalitis, and MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella).
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Each family member must provide a referral letter.
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Cost: $148 per family (out-of-pocket fee), with all family members bulk billed.
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Note: Vaccine costs are additional.
What is the deposit?
There is a non-refundable deposit of $50 for the appointment. Date changes can be made through the booking portal up to 48hrs prior to the appointment. If your child is unwell within 48hrs of the appointment please contact us at hello@kidsdoc.au
Siblings Bookings?
Additional siblings who need a BCG or other vaccines can attend the same appointment. They need a separate referral.
How can I pay?
We prefer credit card payment. Please register your preferred payment method in our secure online portal or bring your payment card to the appointment. Exact cash is accepted. Medicare rebates will be submitted on the same day.
What if I don't have Medicare?
We accept patients who do not have Medicare. A receipt containing details of services and fees paid will be provided to you after your appointment for you to submit to your private insurance provider.
What about other vaccines?
Our doctors are specialists in the routine scheduled vaccines and travel immunisations. We will provide advice on safe and effective timing and dosage of vaccines according to age and destination.
What vaccinations do you offer?
We will recommend vaccinations according to your child's age and destination. You can decide on what vaccine to proceed with at your discretion. A letter with recommendations will also be provided to your referring doctor.
Travel Vaccinations*
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Hepatitis A
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Typhoid
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Japanese Encephalitis
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Yellow Fever
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Rabies
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Measles, Mumps, Rubella
Other available vaccines*
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Meningococcal B (Bexsero)
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Meningococcal ACWY
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Varicella
National Immunisation Program vaccines (routine childhood vaccines) and early additional Measles Mumps Rubella vaccine, are provided for free.
Influenza vaccine is provided for free (> 6 months to 5 years of age) and to older children as per National Immunisation Program eligibility
*Vaccines subject to additional cost and availability
Can my child receive immunisations if they have had COVID?
Children can continue to receive their routine childhood, BCG and other immunisations as soon as they are no longer acutely unwell with COVID-19 and have been cleared to leave isolation. No wait time is needed.
What to expect at your appointment?
Medical Assessment
All appointments begin with a brief medical assessment to recommend a vaccination plan.
Nurse Immunisation
An experienced immunisation will provide the vaccines for your child
Waiting Period
A routine waiting period after vaccination is required.
The total appointment time is approximately 60 minutes.
Distraction and Numbing Devices
We take a child-focused approach to vaccinations and offer simple distractions to help make the experience more comfortable. For older children, options like the Buzzy Bee or Exocool devices may be available. Feel free to discuss your preferences with our team or bring a familiar item that you know will help distract your child!
Bookings
Do I need a referral?
Yes. A valid referral letter is needed from your doctor (GP or specialist) for all appointments.
We accept referrals that are generic or addressed to other doctors or providers, and there is no need to update the referral.
If you are obtaining a new referral, please address it to:
Dr Shidan Tosif
Kids Travel Doc
Suite 1.2, Level 1
48 Flemington Rd
Parkville VIC 3052
How do I book?
Please click our booking link to find an appointment time through our secure online booking platform. A booking fee of $50 is required. We will email you with final registration details.
What if I don't have a referral letter?
Without a referral letter prior to your appointment, the full fee will be payable and we will be unable to submit a claim for a Medicare benefit.
