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Many ADHD services offer brief, questionnaire-only assessments conducted in a single appointment — focused on diagnosis alone, with little follow-up or ongoing care.
At Pandion Health, we take a more thorough, specialist-led approach:
ADHD is complex. A thorough assessment matters.
Start Your AssessmentAdults, children & teens
Out-of-pocket after Medicare
$1,279
Fee $1,685 · Medicare rebate $406
Psychiatrists typically assess patients aged 12+. For younger children, a paediatrician assessment is usually recommended.
2 telehealth appointments (50–60 min + 30 min)
Children & teens (16 & under)
Out-of-pocket after Medicare
$856
Fee $1,265 · Medicare rebate $409
2 telehealth appointments (50–60 min + 30 min)
Take Over Care · All ages
Out-of-pocket after Medicare
$526
Fee $795 · Medicare rebate $269
If you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD by a psychiatrist or paediatrician, you can transfer your care to Pandion without repeating a full assessment.
Appropriate supporting documentation from your psychiatrist or paediatrician is required.
1 telehealth appointment (50–60 min)
Out-of-pocket costs assume a valid GP referral and Medicare eligibility. Rebates are set by Medicare and may change.
Paediatrician – 30 mins – $375 (from $239 out of pocket after a Medicare rebate of up to $136¹)
Psychiatrist – 30 mins – $405 ($268 out of pocket after a Medicare rebate of $137¹)
Psychiatrist – 15 mins – $220 (out of pocket cost is reduced after Medicare rebate is applied¹)
¹ Out-of-pocket cost assumes a valid GP referral and Medicare eligibility. Paediatrician rebates vary depending on the Medicare item billed. Rebates are set by Medicare and may change.
FREE 30 minute discovery call available: click here
Single 60 minute session $220
3 sessions $627
5 sessions $1,012
10 sessions $1,925
Job Access – EAF
Employee Assistance Fund
Up to $1,610 government
funding available for eligible clients
$285 per 50 minute session
($136 out of pocket cost after Medicare rebate applied¹)
¹ Out-of-pocket cost assumes a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan and Medicare eligibility. Rebates are set by Medicare and may change.
Social worker: $180 per 60 minute session
($95 out of pocket cost after Medicare rebate applied)
Occupational therapy: $240 per 60 minute session
Speech pathology: contact our admin team for details
($170-190 out of pocket cost after Medicare rebate applied)
Rebates are set by Medicare and may change.
Indicate your preferred clinician at booking or we will direct you to the best match for your needs. Our clinicians are experts with ADHD, ASD & neurodevelopmental conditions

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Yes.
Our pathway is 100% telehealth: digital intake and rating scales, two video telehealth sessions with an ADHD specialist, a comprehensive report, and an eScript sent direct to you if clinically indicated.
For safe care, we’ll typically ask you to complete some screening tests with your GP between appointments. We’ll tell you exactly what’s needed.
Appointments are typically available within 2 to 4 weeks. Because we work by telehealth, where you live doesn’t affect how quickly you’re seen.
Yes, for Medicare rebates to apply, but you can book before you receive it. Our team will help you get the referral in place in time for your appointment.
Everything required for a thorough specialist assessment: a personalised rating-scale pack (patient and observer), a 50 to 60 minute initial consultation, a 30 minute follow-up, a full ADHD report, an eScript if indicated, the Pandion ADHD Resource Pack, and an optional free 30-minute ADHD coaching discovery call afterwards. Current fees are on our pricing page.
Please note: if symptoms are complex or there are significant co-occurring concerns, we may recommend additional appointments. Your clinician will discuss this openly with you.
No.
Sometimes symptoms are better explained by anxiety, depression, sleep problems, trauma, autism, learning differences or other conditions. If ADHD isn’t diagnosed, we’ll explain why and outline next steps, and we also treat common co-occurring conditions.
Yes, when clinically appropriate and in line with your state or territory’s regulations. eScripts are sent to you (not the pharmacy), typically within 1 to 3 business days after your assessment plan is finalised.
Sometimes more information or investigation is needed before starting medication.
We may not be the right fit, and will help redirect you, if any of the following are present:
If you’re in immediate danger, call 000 or go to your nearest emergency department. For crisis support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.