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Yes, you can. Referrals do not need to be addressed to a specific named specialist. For example, a referral addressed to “Dear Gastroenterologist” is sufficient for seeing any gastroenterologist and will still be valid for Medicare.
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/what-is-a-referral
https://www.medicalrepublic.com.au/referral-rules-everything-need-know/347