Prepare Your Practice for the Card Surcharge Ban
- Kelly Chard
- 2 days ago
- 1 min read
The rules around payment surcharging are changing, and for medical practices, this could have a significant impact on how you manage payments and maintain profitability.
From 1 October 2026, businesses across Australia will no longer be allowed to add surcharges to payments made via major card networks. While this simplifies things for patients making payments, it raises a critical question for practices: how do we absorb these costs without impacting bottom-line performance?
At GrowthMD, we’ve heard these questions from practices just like yours:
How will the surcharge ban affect our profitability?
What changes do we need to make to handle this effectively?
What are the best solutions for our unique payment setup?
To help you navigate this shift confidently, we’ve put together a comprehensive merchant surcharge ban guide including a checklist that breaks down everything you need to know.
This guide is specifically for medical practice owners facing these changes. The insights are tailored to the unique financial and operational challenges of healthcare practices.
Don’t wait until the last minute to prepare your practice for these changes. Access the guide now to gain a clear understanding of the upcoming rules and how your practice can adapt effectively. The card surcharge ban may seem like a challenge, but with the right strategies, it’s also an opportunity to revisit and optimise key aspects of your payment systems.
If you have any questions after reading the guide, feel free to reach out to us at GrowthMD. We’re here to help you navigate this transition and safeguard your practice’s financial health.









