Belmont Private Hospital Queensland: Address & Appointment Info

Driving and parking

• Limited onsite parking is available for visitors, day patients and staff.
• Parking in the hospital car park or designated areas is at the driver/rider’s own risk.
• The driver/rider is responsible for making sure the vehicle is safe and secure.
• Belmont says it is not liable for damage caused to vehicles parked onsite.
• Because parking is limited, patients should arrange drop-off/pick-up where possible.

Public transport

• Belmont says it is located about 11 km from Brisbane.
• Local buses are available and the closest bus stop is about a 10-minute walk to the hospital.
• Bus route numbers 200 to 299 service the area surrounding the hospital.
• Bus route 200 is described by Belmont as the CBD daily express to Carindale Shopping Centre from Queen Street, Myer Centre, platform A3.
• Use Translink before travelling because bus stops and schedules can change.

For patients and families

1. Check safety first. If there is immediate danger, call 000 or use a local Emergency Department.
2. Book with your GP, treating doctor or specialist.
3. Ask for a referral to a psychiatrist with admitting rights at Belmont Private Hospital.
4. Call 1800 700 274 or submit the mental-health enquiry form if you need direction.
5. Expect an over-the-phone assessment by the admissions and assessment team.
6. Have insurer details ready: private health fund, DVA, workers compensation, other insurer or self-funded option.
7. After assessment, Belmont discusses the referral with a psychiatrist with admitting rights.
8. If accepted, Belmont contacts you to arrange admission date and transfer of care.

For referrers

1. Use the Belmont online mental-health referral form or call Admissions and Assessment.
2. Make sure the patient is aware of the referral and agrees to be contacted.
3. Include referrer details, patient details, funding source and reason for referral.
4. Choose the referral purpose: hospital admission, day program, rTMS, private appointment, ADHD assessment, 291 assessment or other.
5. Upload referral letter if needed.
6. Do not use online referral for acute crisis with immediate risk; contact the local Emergency Department.

During an overnight stay

• You are under the care of a treating psychiatrist throughout admission.
• Nursing and allied-health staff provide daily support.
• Belmont provides comprehensive psychiatric, medical and nursing assessments.
• Treatment planning is based on diagnosis, assessment and individual needs.
• Patients are expected and encouraged to attend inpatient therapy programs.
• Inpatient therapy can include exercise/health sessions, psychoeducation, community access, CBT, mindfulness and ACT.
• Abusive or violent behaviour is not tolerated and may result in action including possible discharge.

Bring for overnight admission

• Referral letter from treating doctor or specialist, unless already sent.
• All prescribed medicines and repeat prescriptions.
• Medicare card and private health insurance card.
• Healthcare cards and pharmacy safety net details.
• Casual comfortable day clothes.
• Comfortable footwear.
• Clothing and footwear suitable for exercise and walks.
• Nightwear for inpatients.
• Personal toiletries.
• Essential electrical appliances only; tell staff on arrival because maintenance must test them for safety.

Doctor directory facts

• Belmont’s official healthcare team page lets users search by surname letter or filters.
• Filters include sex, language, specialisation, sub-specialty, client group and telehealth.
• The page listed 36 healthcare team members at the time of checking.
• Many listed providers are psychiatrists with hospital admissions and/or Belmont Consulting Suites contacts.
• Doctor availability and appointment times should be confirmed directly; do not rely on third-party directory snippets.

Private outpatient appointment path

1. Choose a psychiatrist or specialist from the official healthcare team directory.
2. Speak with your GP about referral to that psychiatrist or another appropriate psychiatrist.
3. Use the Consulting Suites contact listed for that clinician, not the hospital admissions line, when the enquiry is private outpatient practice.
4. Ask about fee, Medicare rebate, telehealth, waiting time and whether the doctor has admitting rights at Belmont if admission may be needed.

Escalation steps if worried

1. Talk to your nurse or doctor.
2. Ask to speak to the Nurse Unit Manager or Hospital In Charge.
3. They can be contacted through 1800 700 274.
4. If not satisfied, ask to speak with the Executive on call.
5. If there is an emergency or immediate danger, call 000.

Patient rights Belmont lists

• Safe and appropriate care.
• Respect for cultural, ethnic and religious practices and beliefs.
• Involvement in care planning from admission to discharge.
• Clear information about condition and treatment options in non-technical language.
• Information about estimated costs before treatment.
• Confidentiality of medical records and personal details as permitted by law.
• Ability to make a complaint without penalty to treatment.

For admissions

• “Do I need a GP referral first, or can you guide me to a psychiatrist with admitting rights?”
• “Is Belmont suitable if the person is currently in crisis, or should we use 000 / Emergency Department?”
• “What insurer, DVA, WorkCover or self-funded details do you need for assessment?”
• “Can you provide a written estimate of hospital charges, doctor fees and out-of-pocket costs?”
• “What should the patient bring, and what items are not allowed?”
• “Can the patient drive or leave a car onsite during admission?”

For visitors and carers

• “What ward/unit is the patient on and are standard visiting hours okay today?”
• “Is the patient in Special Care Unit or twin-share accommodation?”
• “Are any items restricted for this patient or unit?”
• “Can I bring food, and who should I give it to for refrigeration?”
• “Where should I park or be dropped off?”
• “Who should I speak to if I am worried about the patient’s care?”