GP services in Melbourne
Melbourne is the capital of Victoria, with 1,506 GP practices across 326 suburbs on record with Geoscience Australia's National Health Services Directory.
Of the 1,506 practices, 1,193 offer general practice services. You'll also find 253 maternal, child and family health services, 26 skin cancer clinics, 15 nurse-led clinics, 8 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health services, 5 community cancer services, and 2 walk-in centres across Melbourne.
When choosing a GP in Melbourne, consider bulk billing availability, whether the practice is accepting new patients, online booking options (HealthEngine, HotDoc), and distance from home or work. For after-hours care, check the Victoria after-hours directory or call healthdirect on 1800 022 222 for 24/7 advice.
Bulk billing note: Bulk billing availability varies by clinic and patient eligibility. GPScout doesn't hold verified per-practice bulk billing data. Call the clinic before your visit to confirm. For background, see SortedAus' Medicare guide.
Frequently asked questions
How many GP practices are in Melbourne?
There are 1506 GP practices listed in Melbourne, Victoria, sourced from the National Health Services Directory via Geoscience Australia.
Are there bulk billing GPs in Melbourne?
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 Melbourne. Call each practice to confirm current bulk billing arrangements for your situation.
How do I find a GP open after hours near Melbourne?
After-hours GP availability varies by practice. You can browse the
after-hours services directory for Victoria, call
healthdirect on 1800 022 222 for advice 24/7, or call the individual Melbourne clinics above to ask about their after-hours arrangements.
What services do GP clinics in this area offer?
The 1506 practices in Melbourne offer a mix of services, including general practice, maternal, child and family health services, skin cancer clinics, nurse-led clinics, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health services, community cancer services, nurse practitioner clinics, walk-in centres, medical deputising (after-hours home visit) services. Not every clinic offers every service — check the individual practice listings for what each clinic provides.
Where can I get a skin check in Melbourne?
Melbourne has 26 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 Melbourne 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.