Do I need a referral for a colonoscopy in Australia?
Short answer: Yes — it is arranged through a GP referral to a specialist.
A colonoscopy is usually arranged through a referral to a gastroenterologist or surgeon, often prompted by bowel symptoms, a positive bowel-screening test or family history. In Australia this is arranged through a referral — usually your GP refers you to a gastroenterologist or surgeon, who then books the procedure.
A GP referral for a procedure like this is valid for 12 months and lets you claim your Medicare rebate on the specialist's fees.
Start the process online
A telehealth GP reviews your symptoms and, where clinically appropriate, issues the referral to get things moving.
Need this referral? Get it online.
Request online, have a short telehealth consult with an AHPRA-registered GP, and get your referral where clinically appropriate — Australia-wide, bulk billing available.
Get a Referral →General information only, current for Australia and not a substitute for personal medical advice. Medicare rules and eligibility can change — your GP will confirm what applies to you.