Notice of fee increase for GP Consultations – CSC Holders

Effective Monday 7th July, GP consultation fees for Community Service Card (CSC) holders will increase.

Adults (18+ years) $20.00

Youth (14-17 years) $13.50

Children (0-13 years) no charge

There are no changes to fees for other CSC clinic services, including repeat prescriptions and driver’s medicals.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

New Patient Enrolments

To maintain safe, high-quality care for our community, we are currently accepting new enrolments based on priority due to limited capacity.

We are prioritising enrolments for:

• Residents in the immediate practice area
• New arrivals to Christchurch who do not yet have a local GP

• If you believe you meet these criteria, please call our reception team on 03 355 9119 to discuss enrolment.

Please note: All new enrolments are subject to availability at the time of enquiry.

Flu & COVID-19 Vaccines Available Now!

You can now receive both your Flu and COVID-19 vaccines during the same visit. Book an appointment with one of our nurses by calling 03 355 9119.

Flu Vaccine:
Free for:

• Pregnant individuals
• People aged 65 and over
• Many with eligible underlying health conditions

Not eligible? The flu vaccine is available for $33.00.

We also offer Fluad Quad and Flucelvax Quad—premium, non-funded flu vaccines designed to provide enhanced protection. Your nurse can help you choose the right option.

COVID-19 Vaccine:
Many are eligible for a free Covid-19 vaccine. To check your eligibility, please contact our nursing team at 03 355 9119.

My Indici Patient Portal

My Indici is our new secure online patient portal allowing you to manage your health needs and that of your family from anywhere and at anytime. It replaces Manage My Health portal. Send an email using a non-shared personal email address to reception@stalbansmc.co.nz to register.

Allows you to : View results, order repeat prescriptions, book std appts with your primary GP, see immunisations, recalls, measurements, and allow secure communication with your GP.

Our Health Coach and Health Improvement Practitioner Services :

We are happy to provide this FREE service, based onsite at St Albans Medical Centre and available now. Appointments can be arranged through our general practice team, including our Reception team.

Health Coach – Laura Padgett

Laura can help with lifestyle changes, support and education with long term conditions e.g. prediabetes / diabetes, high blood pressure or cholesterol, gout, asthma. Managing stress, motivation, loneliness. Support with healthy exercise, eating, sleep and study. Accessing support in the community. Advocacy with WINZ.

Eligibile for adults 16 + years with long term conditions.

Works Monday to Friday. 20-30mins sessions in room or outdoor “walk and talk”.

Health Improvement Practitioner – Rachel Morton

Rachel can help with anything getting in the way of your health and well being e.g. grief, depression , anxiety, alcohol and drug, relationship issues, family violence, insomnia, stress. Rachel helps people feeling stuck and works with you to develop a plan and coping strategies.

Eligible for all enrolled patients – free 30 minute unlimited sessions

Works Tuesday to Friday.

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