Primary care in New South Wales
New South Wales has 2,482 GP practices registered with Geoscience Australia's National Health Services Directory, spanning Sydney and regional areas.
Of these, 2,089 are general practice clinics. Specialist services across the state include skin cancer clinics (36), maternal and child health services (180), and Aboriginal health services (58).
Finding the right GP in New South Wales depends on where you live, what services you need, and whether you're looking for bulk billing. Browse by city or suburb below, or visit our services directory to find practices offering specific types of care (skin checks, nurse-led clinics, after-hours services, and more).
Frequently asked questions
How many GP practices are in New South Wales?
There are 2482 GP practices listed in New South Wales, New South Wales, sourced from the National Health Services Directory via Geoscience Australia.
Are there bulk billing GPs in New South Wales?
Bulk billing is a policy set by each practice and often depends on patient eligibility (Pensioner, Healthcare Card, children under 16). GPScout does not hold verified per-practice bulk billing data for New South Wales. Call each practice to confirm current bulk billing arrangements for your situation.
How do I find a GP open after hours near New South Wales?
After-hours GP availability varies by practice. You can browse the
after-hours services directory for New South Wales, call
healthdirect on 1800 022 222 for advice 24/7, or call the individual New South Wales clinics above to ask about their after-hours arrangements.
What services do GP clinics in this area offer?
The 2482 practices in New South Wales offer a mix of services, including general practice, maternal, child and family health services, nurse-led clinics, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health services, skin cancer clinics, community cancer services, nurse practitioner clinics, walk-in centres. Not every clinic offers every service — check the individual practice listings for what each clinic provides.
Where can I get a skin check in New South Wales?
New South Wales has 36 general practice skin cancer clinics listed above. These clinics specialise in skin checks, mole mapping, and early detection of skin cancer — important in Australia, which has among the highest skin cancer rates in the world.
How do I book an appointment with a GP?
Most New South Wales practices accept bookings by phone, and many now offer online booking via HealthEngine or HotDoc. New patients may need to complete a registration form before their first visit. Practices can get busy, so book a few days ahead if possible.
Is this information up to date?
This directory is sourced from official Australian Government data via Geoscience Australia (CC BY 4.0) and is refreshed quarterly. If you spot anything wrong, please
contact us.