Interests: Aviation
Scott studied medicine at Monash University, then General Practice, Obstetrics and Anaesthetics to work as a country doctor. He joined Blackburn Clinic in 1994 and never left! Scott is a Principal of the practice. He enjoys variety – from newborns to the ageing – kids, adults and the wide array of problems assisted. He performs Men’s and Women’s Health Checks, Aviation Medicals, Skin Checks and Minor Surgery. Scott’s interests include family, flying, hockey, cycling, travel and adventurous pursuits.
Fees charged by Dr Scott Gardiner –
from 1 June 2025
Dr Gardiner’s fees are guided by the AMA recommended rates. Pensioners, Health Care Card holders, children and full time students under 21 will be charged a substantially discounted fee, with their out of pocket gap reduced by 50% for standard consultations.
Veterans’ Affairs card-holders are bulk-billed at all times.
| M-F 8am – 6pm (normal hours) | FEE | M/C Rebate | Gap (out of pocket) |
| Standard Consultation | $108.00 | $42.85 | $65.15 |
| Long Consultation | $168.05 | $82.90 | $85.15 |
| Concession Standard Consultation | $75.40 | $42.85 | $32.55 |
| Concession Long Consultation | $135.45 | $82.90 | $52.55 |
| M-F After 6pm & Saturday | FEE | M/C Rebate | Gap (out of pocket) |
| Standard Consultation | $128.00 | $42.85 | $85.15 |
| Concession Consultation | $95.40 | $42.85 | $52.55 |
| Public Holidays & Sundays | FEE | M/C Rebate | GAP (out of pocket) |
| Standard Consultation | $140.95 | $55.80 | $85.15 |
| Concession Consultation | $108.35 | $55.80 | $52.55 |
Telehealth: consultations are charged at the same rate as face-to-face appointments (see fees above). See the explanation regarding eligibility for Medicare Rebates for telehealth at https://blackburnspecialistcentre.com.au/fees/
Missed Appointment fee: Dr Gardiner may charge a fee if you miss your appointment, and do not cancel with at least one hours’ notice.
Additional service types and fees:
Full payment is charged at the time of the visit, leaving the following out-of-pocket GAP after Medicare reimbursement of the relevant item numbers.
| Service type | Standard GAP | Concession GAP |
| Surgical Procedures | $250 | $150 |
| Ear Micro Suction | $85.15 | $52.55 |
| Long Appointment After Hours | $105.15 | $72.55 |
| Travel Consult (30 min) | $65.15 | $32.55 |
| Skin Check (15 min) | $65.15 | $32.55 |
| GP Management Plans | $65.15 | $32.55 |
| Team Care Arrangements | $65.15 | $32.55 |
| Childhood Vaccinations | $0 | $0 |
| Vaccination Clinics | $0 | $0 |
| Aviation Medicals (30 mins) | $250 +GST | $250 +GST |
Aviation Medicals: Please phone the clinic to book this appointment type.
Ear Micro Suction: This appointment type must be booked by our reception team to ensure the appropriate equipment is available. The patient must be assessed by Dr Gardiner (or any other GP who consults from Blackburn Clinic) to ensure suitability of ear anatomy and to ensure appropriate ear drop preparation. It will take approximately 15 minutes (one ear) or 30 minutes (both ears).