Medical & Health

Most medical services provided by registered health practitioners are GST-free, but there are exceptions. Cosmetic procedures, some dental services, and non-clinical services may be taxable. We review your service mix and ensure your invoicing and BAS preparation correctly reflects the GST status of each service type.

The right structure depends on whether you are a sole practitioner, in partnership, or operating as a group practice. Common structures include a company or trust for the practice entity combined with individual service trusts for each practitioner. We model the options based on your specific circumstances and provide a clear recommendation.

Yes, in many cases. A discretionary family trust allows income to be distributed to family members at lower tax rates, which can significantly reduce the overall tax burden for high-earning practitioners. There are specific rules around personal services income that may limit this in some circumstances, and we review these carefully before making any recommendations.

Most non-clinical practice staff including receptionists and practice managers are covered by the Health Professionals and Support Services Award. Clinical support staff may fall under different awards depending on their role and qualifications. We ensure the correct award is applied to each staff member in your payroll setup.

Medicare payments and private billing need to be recorded separately and reconciled against your bank account regularly. We set up your chart of accounts and Xero bank rules to track each income stream accurately, giving you clear visibility over the revenue mix in your practice.