Murihiku Medical Services
Murihiku Medical Services is a community-focused general practice located in the heart of Invercargill, Southland.
We are dedicated to delivering high quality, holistic primary health care to individual and whānau across all stages of life. Our service includes general medical consultations, long term condition management, immunisation, cervical and sexual health screening, ACC care, mental health support, community support and urgent same-day appointments.
We operate under the kaupapa of manaakitanga and ensure that our care is accessible to all.
Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, Nurse, Health Care assistants, Health Coach, Health Improvement Practitioner, Receptionists and management kaimahi who work collaboratively to support both clinical needs and the broader wellbeing of our community.
Our passion is your health
Services & Fees
At Murihiku Medical Services we offer a wide range of medical services (overview below):
Age
Under 14
14 - 17
18 - 64
65 and over
Fee
Free
$67.00
$67.00
$67.00
ACC
FREE
$67.00
$67.00
$67.00
CSC (GMS ACC)
FREE
$13.50
$20.00
$20.00
Note: These charges are for 15 minute consultations only. If you require more time or have more than one issue to discuss, please book a double appointment (double charges apply).
Note: All appointments not cancelled in advance (1 business day) will incur a $40.00 fee.
General Practitioner Services
Learn about our services
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Repeat Prescriptions
Repeat prescriptions may only be ordered for medications you have already been prescribed by us.
Standard Prescription $25.00
Urgent Prescription $30.00
Prescription Under 14 years FREE
Urgent Prescription Under 14 years $5.00
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General Medical Consultations
Your first point of call for any health concern you have.
GP consultation Price: $67.00
CSC: $20.00Non-Subsidized Fees:
Doctor Consultation: $120.00
Nurse Consultation: $50.00 -
Driver Licence Medicals
Renewal of Driver Licenses require a thorough examination of your health and fitness to drive.
Please allow 30 minutes in total for a nurse consultation followed by time with your GP.
Standard: $130.00
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Womens Health Procedures
Endometrial Biopsy/ Pipelle - These are generally a funded appointment.
Pessary Fittings - $260 which covers a 30min prolapse assessment, sizing of ring pessary and cost of the pessary device. A further appointment to fit the pessary when it arrives will be required, charged at normal consult fee.
Mirena IUD Insertion & Removal
Following a pre-consultation with your doctor, this long term contraceptive device is inserted or removed onsite by our expert team. Referrals from other GP practices are accepted for Mirena Contraception.
Cost: Standard $150 for insertion
CSC $0 No charge for insertion
Referrals from other GP practices will incur an additional $30 administration fee.
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Minor Surgery
Our expert team performs a wide range of in-house minor surgeries.
These include, but are not limited to, the following:
Skin Lesion / Skin Cancer Removal - $250 for 1 x routine skin lesion removal
Punch Biopsies - $150
Toenail Resection - Adult - $150, Child - $100
Insertion/ removal of long term contraceptive devices, Jadelle, Mirena, Copper IUD
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Occupational, Sporting and Recreational Medicals
If you require a medical assessment or medical clearance for occupational, sporting or recreational purposes, this is non-subsidised medical care and the charge is $120.00 per 15 minutes.
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Medical Opinion for Procedures
Occasionally our doctors are asked by other health professionals to provide an opinion or give clearance for procedures, this is generally non-subsidised medical care and will be charged at $90 per 15 minutes
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Jadelle Insertion & Removal
Following a pre-consultation with your doctor, this long term contraceptive device is inserted or removed onsite by one of our expert team.
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Acute Accident Care
If you have been seen by a different practitioner or other health professional prior to presenting the injury to us, please be sure to bring your ACC number along with you
Practice Nurse Services
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Nurse Consultation
Nurse Consultation $30.00
Nurse consultation plus Script $50.00 -
Blood Pressure Check
Blood Pressure cost $20.00
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HPV Screening
HPV Screening
HPV Self-Swab $30.00
Cervical Smear $50.00 -
Liquid Nitrogen
Liquid nitrogen Services cost $43.00
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Injection
Injections $25.00
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Intravenous Infusions
Intravenous Infusions
Aclasta $150.00
Funded for CSC, Maaori & Pasifika -
Iron Infusion
Iron Infusion
$160.00 Unfunded (there may be a charge for the medication itself)
Funded for certain Health Conditions -
Wound Management
Wound Management and dressing cost between $20.00 to $30.00
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Cognitive Assessment
Cognitive assessment
Nurse fee $50.00 -
CVDRA
Cardiovascular Disease Risk assessment
$20.00 If unfunded -
Education
Includes Patients starting on new injectable medication
Nurse fee $30.00 -
Toitu Takata- Funded
A programme for patients with long term conditions, aims to support proactively with management and reviews.
Travel Clinic
Travel Clinic
Planning an overseas trip?
Our Travel Clinic is here to help you stay healthy and protected while you travel. You do not need to be enrolled at our practice to access this service.
The clinic is led by Dr Tarryn Keith, an experienced Travel Medicine doctor who is Yellow Fever Certified. With her expertise, we provide:
Comprehensive travel health consultations
Recommended and required vaccinations
Personalised health and safety advice tailored to your destination and itinerary
To book an appointment, simply call or email our team. Dr Keith will advise you on the vaccinations and precautions needed to keep you safe during your travels.
Please note that some paperwork must be completed before your appointment. We recommend contacting us well in advance of your departure date to allow enough time for all necessary vaccinations and preparations.
The cost of the vaccines is additional to this:
Cholera/Etec $90.00
Chicken Pox $160.00
Adacel Polio $120.00
Japanese Encephalitis $220.00
Hep A $110.00
Hep A Junior $110.00
Hep A/Hep B $115.00
Hep A/Hep B Junior $115.00
Hep B $45.00
Influenza $40.00
Meningitis ACYM $160.00
Polio $100.00
Rabies IM $235.00 each
Rabies ID $85-$120.00 per person
Typhoid $120.00
Yellow Fever $162.00
Tetanus/Diptheria $86.00
Shingles $397.00
ALLIED HEALTH SERVICES
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HEALTH COACH
Health Coaching (HP) – Free 30-Minute Appointments
In partnership with Active Southland, we are pleased to offer our enrolled patients access to free Health Coaching services, conveniently delivered at our practice.
Health Coaching provides one-on-one support to help you develop, strengthen, and progress towards your personal health and wellbeing goals. Whether you are focusing on prevention, making lifestyle changes, or managing an existing health concern, a Health Coach can work alongside you to:
Explore what matters most to you and your health
Identify achievable steps towards your goals
Build confidence and motivation to make positive changes
Connect you with community resources and ongoing support
Each funded appointment is 30 minutes and is designed to empower you with practical tools, guidance, and encouragement tailored to your needs.
If you would like to know more or book a session, please contact our reception team.
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HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PRACTITIONER
Health Improvement Practitioner (HIP) – Free 30-Minute Appointments
In partnership with WellSouth, we are proud to offer our enrolled patients access to a Health Improvement Practitioner (HIP). HIPs are qualified and registered health professionals with specialist training and experience in mental health and wellbeing support.
A HIP can work with you to build practical skills and strategies that support positive behavioural change and overall wellbeing. Sessions are tailored to your individual needs and may include support with:
Managing stress, anxiety, low mood, and difficult emotions
Developing healthier sleep routines
Reducing or managing alcohol and drug use
Understanding and improving thoughts, feelings, and behaviours
Supporting children, youth, and whānau with worries or behavioural concerns
HIPs work closely with the wider healthcare team to provide timely, accessible, and solution-focused support. They are available for people of all ages, and appointments are delivered right here at the practice in a safe, confidential, and supportive environment.
Each funded appointment is 30 minutes and free of charge for our enrolled patients.
To book an appointment with our HIP, please contact our reception team directly.