From 1 November 2026, a new Medicare Healthy Kids Check will be available for Medicare-eligible 3-year-old children. This once-per-child health assessment is designed to support early identification of health or developmental concerns and help families connect with appropriate care and support.
During the check, a GP or prescribed medical practitioner will assess your child’s physical, social and emotional development, health and wellbeing. The assessment may include:
- Your child’s medical history, medicines, immunisations and allergies
- Behaviour, wellbeing and age-appropriate developmental milestones
- Family circumstances, care arrangements and early childhood education
- Nutrition, physical activity, screen use and sleep
- Eyesight, hearing, oral health, height, weight and growth
- Advice, follow-up care and referrals when required
Parents and carers may also be offered a written report with recommendations from the assessment.
Public announcement: If your child is 3 years old, contact Ruby Medical Centre to ask about eligibility and book a Medicare Healthy Kids Check. Call (08) 9786 6000 to make an appointment with a GP.