About Dr Christian Allen
Originally from Northern NSW, Dr Christian Allen relocated to the Gold Coast to study biomedical science and medicine at Griffith University. He now lives locally with his family and practices comprehensive family medicine with a warm, thoughtful approach.
Dr Allen completed an additional 12 months of paediatrics training – including work in the Special Care Nursery and the Children’s Critical Care Unit – and holds a Certificate in Child Health. He has also gained broad experience across mental health, chronic disease management, and preventive care.
He is passionate about helping individuals and families manage their long-term health, with a particular focus on general practice, diabetes, mental health, and healthy lifestyle support.
Outside the clinic, Dr Allen enjoys spending time with his young family, exploring emerging technologies, and staying active.
Areas of interest:
Dr Christian Allen sees patients across the following clinical areas.
- ADHD
- Mental Health
- Chronic Disease Management
- General Medicine
- Child Health
- Geriatrics
- Diabetes
- Obesity and Weight Management
Appointment Types and Fees: (Effective July 1st, 2025)
Long Consultation (30 minutes)
- Fee: $300
- Medicare Rebate (Item 36): $80
- Out-of-pocket: $220
- EMSN out-of-pocket: $39.00
Ideal For
- Multiple concerns
- Care transitions from another GP
- Chronic condition reviews
- Mental health care plans
Please send any relevant records to admin@mermaidmc.com.au prior to your appointment or bring them along.
Additional billing options
Chronic Disease Care Plan (Item 965)
- Fee: $280
- Medicare Rebate: $156.55
- Out-of-pocket: $123.45
- EMSN out-of-pocket: $24.69
Mental Health Care Plan (Item 2715)
- Fee: $280
- Medicare Rebate: $106.20
- Out-of-pocket: $173.80
- EMSN out-of-pocket: $34.76
Extended Consultation (60 minutes)
- Fee: $600
- Medicare Rebate (Item 123): $200
- Out-of-pocket: $400
- EMSN out-of-pocket: $59.45
Ideal for
- ADHD or complex Mental Health
- Multiple chronic conditions
- In-depth health planning
This session provides a comprehensive assessment and management plan. While it may seem like a higher cost upfront, it often saves time and visits down the line.
What is the EMSN?
The Extended Medicare Safety Net (EMSN) provides an increased Medicare benefit for Australian families and individuals who have high out-of-pocket costs for out-of-hospital services, once the annual threshold is reached. This benefit is up to 80% of future out-of-pocket costs for out-of-hospital Medicare services for the rest of the calendar year, subject to caps on some services. Learn more here: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/medicare-safety-nets