Fees

To ensure transparency and assist you in planning your healthcare needs, we have outlined our medical fees below

FEES

Our goal is to offer high-quality treatments that are both accessible and affordable, allowing you to experience the profound benefits without financial stress

Please review our fee schedule, and feel free to contact us with any
questions or to schedule an appointment. We look
forward to supporting your health and well-being.

Acupuncture

Unsure what to book? View our Consultation Types

Dr Scott Ling

Chief Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner

Initial Consultation 60 min

$240

Standard Consultation 30 min

$170

Long Consultation 40 min

$210

Re-examination Consultation 40min

$210

Dr Jacqueline Heng

Dr Evan Pritchard

Chief Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner

Initial Consultation 60 min

$190

Standard Consultation 30 min

$140

Long Consultation 40 min

$170

Re-examination Consultation 40min

$170

Chinese Medicine

Consultations do not include the cost of a Chinese Herbal Medicine Prescription and a further 15 minutes waiting time is needed to prepare your prescription. Alternatively, we offer a Chinese Medicine Telehealth Consultation online for existing patients at the same prices as below.

Unsure what to book? View our Consultation Types

Dr Scott Ling

Chief Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner

Initial Consultation 30 min

$210

Standard Consultation 10 min

$110

Long Consultation 20 min

$180

Re-examination Consultation 20min

$180

Dr Jacqueline Heng

Dr Evan Pritchard

Chief Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner

Initial Consultation 30 min

$170

Standard Consultation 10 min

$90

Long Consultation 20 min

$140

Re-examination Consultation 20min

$140

Cannot be purchased without a consultation. Your prescription will be mixed on site and is available for pick-up after your consultation.

Any Prescription 1 week full supply

$77

Chiropractic

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Dr Talisa Wong

Dr Woon Jee Tio

Senior Chiropractor

Initial Consultation 45 min

$180

Standard Consultation 15 min

$110

Long Consultation 30 min

$160

Re-examination Consultation 30min

$160

Paediatric - 12yrs old & under

Consultation includes Acupuncture and/or Chinese Medicine, but does not include the cost of a Chinese Herbal Medicine Prescription.

Unsure what to book? View our Consultation Types

Dr Scott Ling

Chief Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner

Initial Consultation 30 min

$210

Standard Consultation 10 min

$110

Long Consultation 20 min

$180

Re-examination Consultation 30min

$180

Dr Jacqueline Heng

Dr Evan Pritchard

Chief Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner

Initial Consultation 30 min

$170

Standard Consultation 10 min

$90

Long Consultation 20 min

$140

Re-examination Consultation 30min

$140

Cannot be purchased without a consultation. Your prescription will be mixed on site and is available for pick-up after your consultation. Price depends on age of child.

Any Prescription 1 week full supply

$21-56

Payment Support

Methods of Payment

Consultation fees are GST-exempt and can be paid at reception after your treatment via EFTPOS, cash, bank transfer, or credit card (including AMEX).

Insurance Rebates

We are registered with HICAPS and participating Health Funds can be found here. The ability to claim the cost of our services is dependent on your coverage as most Health Funds cover acupuncture, but with varying rates. Bring your Health Fund card to claim rebates upon payment or ask for an invoice. If you are purchasing a Package of 12 consultations or a program upfront, we can provide you with treatment invoices to be claimed individually on in bulk.
Most of our practitioners are registered with Transport Accident Commission (TAC) and Worksafe. Our chiropractors are also registered with Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) or Chronic Disease Management (CDM), which are funded by Medicare. Our services can be claimed with a valid referral from your GP.
Please Contact Us for more information.

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

We are currently in the process of gaining approval as a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provider, however, self-managed and plan-managed NDIS funds are claimable. Please provide your NDIS ID and plan manager contact details on your first visit. A NDIS service agreement will be arranged for claiming purpose.

Rescheduling and Cancellations

Late cancellation or rescheduling consultations without 24-48 hour notice (depending on consultation length) will incur a cancellation fee of $50.

Transparency of Treatment

Sustain Health’s focus is helping people. Depending on the complexity of your condition, if we cannot help you within the first 3-6 sessions, we will refer you to other appropriate health care professionals.

Consultation Types

Practitioner Differences

It is important to be matched to a practitioner that suits you best.
Their prices differ due to seniority, experience, and clinical focus. Find out who you connect with the most by reading about Our Team or discuss your options via our online 15 minute Complimentary Consultation.

Initial Consultation

The Initial Consultation is for first-time visitors to Sustain Health, during which your practitioner will get to know you and your lifestyle. We explore your medical history and depending on your treatment type, diagnose by feeling your pulse, viewing your tongue, and palpating points on your body.
You will also be asked to submit a New Patient Form prior to your appointment time, which will be provided upon booking. Bring any relevant and recent medical reports or test results, and wear loose and comfortable clothing.
Rescheduling & Cancellation Cut-Off: 48 hours prior

Standard Consultation

The Standard Consultation is for our existing patients within 6 months of their last visit (for patients that have not visited in over 6 months, refer to the Re-examination Consultation) Bring any relevant and recent medical reports or test results, and wear loose and comfortable clothing.
Rescheduling & Cancellation Cut-Off: 24 hours prior

Long Consultation

The Long Consultation is for our existing patients who would like extra treatment or have a severe condition.Bring any relevant and recent medical reports or test results, and wear loose and comfortable clothing.
Rescheduling & Cancellation Cut-Off: 48/24 hours prior depending on treatment type. Please Contact Us for more information.

Re-examination Consultation

The Re-examination Consultation is for our existing patients who have not visited in the last 6 months.Bring any relevant and recent medical reports or test results, and wear loose and comfortable clothing.
Rescheduling & Cancellation Cut-Off: 48/24 hours prior depending on treatment type. Please Contact Us for more information.

Chinese Medicine Telehealth Consultation

The Chinese Medicine Telehealth Consultation is for our existing patients only, held via phone call, Skype or Zoom.Your practitioner will assess your tongue, appearance, and symptoms, and have a new prescription posted to you nationally or internationally via Sendle, standard or express Australia Post delivery.Pricing and duration are the same as in-person Chinese Medicine Consultations.
Rescheduling & Cancellation Cut-Off: 48/24 hours prior depending on treatment type. Please Contact Us for more information.

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Our Clinic

Monday

9:30am – 7pm

Tuesday

9:30am – 7pm

Wednesday

9:30am – 2pm

Thursday

9:30am – 7pm

Friday

9:30am – 2pm

Saturday

9:30am – 3pm

Sunday

Closed

Insurance Rebates

You may be able to claim treatment costs on your Health Insurance.

Wheelchair Accessibility

We have wheelchair access via our backdoor, which is accessed via our Yarra Street carpark. Call reception for more details.

Parking Options

Please allow extra time on your first visit to find the best parking option for you. There is limited free and paid parking available on York Street in front of the clinic. Alternatively, there is limited free parking available in the underground carpark at South Melbourne Central on Cecil Street. Please be aware this carpark is a 5-7-minute walk from the clinic.

Public Transport

Simply catch the No. 12 Tram and get off at Stop 12 (York Street/Clarendon Street). Walk down York St for 2 minutes until you reach our clinic entrance. Alternatively, you can catch No. 58 and get off at Stop 117 (York Street). Walk up York St for 4 minutes until you reach our clinic entrance.

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Ground Floor, 69 York Street
South Melbourne VIC 3205
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"We treat the root cause to restore balance and connection"

— Dr Scott Ling