Diagnosis
Adult ADHD & Autism diagnosis in Australia
Cost, wait times, Medicare rebates, and the pathways available in each state and territory.
By state & territory
Australian Capital Territory
Costs (AUD $1,950–3,800), wait times (6–20 weeks), and Medicare rebates for AuDHD diagnosis in Australian Capital Territory. Reviewed by an Australian psychologist.
OpenNew South Wales
Costs (AUD $2,200–4,500), wait times (4–24 weeks), and Medicare rebates for AuDHD diagnosis in New South Wales. Reviewed by an Australian psychologist.
OpenNorthern Territory
Costs (AUD $1,100–3,200), wait times (12–48 weeks), and Medicare rebates for AuDHD diagnosis in Northern Territory. Reviewed by an Australian psychologist.
OpenQueensland
Costs (AUD $1,800–3,800), wait times (8–32 weeks), and Medicare rebates for AuDHD diagnosis in Queensland. Reviewed by an Australian psychologist.
OpenSouth Australia
Costs (AUD $1,800–3,500), wait times (8–28 weeks), and Medicare rebates for AuDHD diagnosis in South Australia. Reviewed by an Australian psychologist.
OpenTasmania
Costs (AUD $1,800–3,400), wait times (8–24 weeks), and Medicare rebates for AuDHD diagnosis in Tasmania. Reviewed by an Australian psychologist.
OpenVictoria
Costs (AUD $2,000–4,200), wait times (6–28 weeks), and Medicare rebates for AuDHD diagnosis in Victoria. Reviewed by an Australian psychologist.
OpenWestern Australia
Costs (AUD $1,900–4,000), wait times (10–32 weeks), and Medicare rebates for AuDHD diagnosis in Western Australia. Reviewed by an Australian psychologist.
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Diagnosis guides
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