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Healthcare Services in the NT

Knowing where to turn for healthcare can make settling into a new place feel easier. Across the Territory, care is available through hospitals, community health centres and other support services, although what is available will vary between regions.

Use the guides below to find healthcare services near you and learn more about Medicare, private health insurance, disability support and aged care in the NT.

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Hospitals

Find hospitals across the Northern Territory, including public and private hospitals in Darwin, Palmerston, Alice Springs, Katherine, Tennant Creek and Nhulunbuy.

Community Health centre

Community health centres

Find community health and care centres across the Northern Territory, including Darwin, Palmerston, Alice Springs, Katherine, Nhulunbuy and Tennant Creek. Find local health services, centre locations, phone numbers and opening hours.

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Disability Support

Find disability support for moving to or living in the Northern Territory, including NDIS services, accessible transport, community access and advocacy.

Palmerston Regional Hospital doctor and patient

Aged care

Find aged care services and support in the Northern Territory, including My Aged Care, regional providers, equipment and dementia services.

Medical staff behind reception at Alice Springs Hospital

Medicare

Find information about Medicare for people living or moving to the Northern Territory, including eligibility, Medicare-covered health services, enrolment, updating your details and reciprocal healthcare agreements.

Woman practicing yoga at Rainbow Cliffs, in Gove Nhulunbuy NT

Private health insurance

Learn about private health insurance in Australia, including hospital and general treatment cover, visa requirements and Medicare information for migrants and new residents.

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