I have had a whisper that Doctor's fees are vastly different in different parts of NZ. I would love to have your feed back as to what you pay.
Oamaru and Timaru I pay $41.00 with NO discount for being a pensioner.
Have heard that up the north island $12.00 is the norm.
If you can help me I would appreciate it.
If the discreptentcy is too great in areas, I will be asking the govt Why?
Please help.
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Thanks All.

Gee you guys pleased I dont pay that.

$17 here in Wairoa across the board for an adult.

In Gisborne my Mum pays much the same as a pensioner.

$38 for me

I think you may find that it is not the Government that controls what the Doctors charge it is over to the Doctor
what he charges - unless of course for the children that is usually different and think that is subsidised.
It is a bit like going shopping you have a choice as to which one you go to.  If not happy shop around and compare prices.
I am  perfectly happy at paying $40.00 as he also has my history over many many years and knows any allergies to certain drugs etc. and therefore have complete faith in what he prescribes.
As you mention pensioner I think you can accumulate your receipts and then see WINZ for refunds. Don't know if that is still going or not as Mother used to do it.

Yes you are the same as us and I think Te Puke & Tokorua are as well.
You are heavily subsided as we are.