Targeted Health Assessments
Supporting Every Stage and Story
Your age, background and lifestyle can actually influence your health. For our team at Meroo Street Family Practice, we ensure to offer targeted health assessments for individuals aged 45–49, over 75, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. These structured evaluations help us build a clear picture of your health, catch potential issues early, and support your wellbeing with personalised care.
It is our mission to extend a helping hand by assisting patients with health assessment services that are part of a preventive care approach, allowing our GPs to guide you through the next steps.
What’s Included in Our Health Assessment Services
We take a holistic approach to your health, combining medical, psychological, and social health checks in each comprehensive health assessment. Whenever we handle patients, it is important for us to look at their situation as a whole to guide and help them holistically.
Our goal is not only to support your physical, but also your emotional well-being with up-to-date clinical guidelines and a caring touch.
Health Assessments We Offer:
- 45–49 Year Health Assessment
Focused on identifying early signs of chronic illness and supporting lifestyle changes to reduce long-term risk. - 75+ Year Health Assessment
Designed to review overall health, mobility, cognitive function, medication use, and daily living needs for older adults. - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Assessment
A culturally safe, comprehensive check for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients of all ages, helping to connect individuals with additional health support where needed.
Benefits of a Comprehensive Health Assessment
- Personalised Health Planning
Our GPs will help you understand your current health status and work with you to create a tailored care plan. - Eligibility for Health Programs
Assessments may help determine if you’re eligible for specific health services or support programs. - Preventive Health Focus
Regular health assessments help detect health concerns early before symptoms become serious. - Mental and Physical Health Screening
We address both physical and psychological wellbeing to provide truly comprehensive care. - Clear, Compassionate Communication
If further care is needed, we’ll explain everything clearly and support you through every step of the process.
Compassionate Assistance for Your Health
Your health journey is unique, and it deserves attention, care, and the right support from qualified and skilled healthcare professionals. A targeted health assessment can give you the clarity you need to move forward, whether you’re reaching a new milestone or simply want to make sure you’re on the right track.
Book your comprehensive health assessment at Meroo Street Family Practice. We are proud to serve patients in Bomaderry, Nowra and nearby suburbs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a “targeted health assessment”?
It’s a structured GP check tailored to your age or circumstances (e.g., mid-40s, 75+, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples). It reviews risks, screening needs, medicines and supports, then creates a prevention plan.
Who can have the 45–49 year health check—and how often?
People aged 45–49 who, in their GP’s clinical judgement, have a risk factor for chronic disease. It’s a once-only assessment.
What is the 40–49 Type 2 Diabetes Risk Evaluation?
If you’re 40–49 and assessed as high risk (AUSDRISK), your GP can complete a diabetes risk evaluation. It’s claimable once every 3 years.
What is the 75+ health assessment?
For people 75 years and over, this is a comprehensive yearly review of health, function, medicines and supports—once every 12 months.
What is the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health check (Item 715)?
A yearly health check for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of any age, focused on preventive care and screening relevant to community needs.
Do you do other targeted assessments (e.g., intellectual disability, refugee entrants, residential aged care)?
Yes—there are Medicare-supported health assessments for people with an intellectual disability (no more than once every 12 months), refugees/humanitarian entrants, and residents on admission to residential aged care and annually thereafter. Your GP will advise what applies to you.
Is there a separate Heart Health Check?
Yes. The Heart Health Check (MBS 699/177) is a 20-minute cardiovascular risk assessment. For most adults it can be done once every 12 months (different eligibility for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples).
What happens during an assessment?
Your GP/nurse collects your history and measurements (e.g., blood pressure), reviews medicines and risk factors, checks which screenings/vaccines are due, and agrees an action plan and referrals if needed.
What should I bring—and can a family member/carer come?
Bring your Medicare card, medication list, recent test results, glasses/hearing aids, and any program letters (e.g., bowel kit). A support person is welcome if you’d like one.
How do I book—and what are the fees?
Book online or call reception. The practice is open Mon–Fri 8:00 am–6:00 pm. Many assessments at Meroo Street are bulk billed, but please confirm any gap fees when booking.