Section 19AB & location eligibility

Can you (or your hire) bill Medicare in this location?

Most International Medical Graduates can only access a Medicare provider number in specific areas for their first 10 years. Choose your perspective to get the right context — then check the official tool.

For doctors

I'm an IMG looking for work

See whether a location lets you bill Medicare, and understand the 10-year moratorium, the 5YOTD scheme, and who's exempt.

Check a location

For employers

I'm a practice looking to hire

Confirm whether your site is a Distribution Priority Area or District of Workforce Shortage before you advertise a role to an IMG.

Check your site

Not sure which pathway you're on first? Check your registration pathway.