Referrals
Private Patients
You do not need a referral if you are seeking treatment as a private patient.
An initial appointment and a subsequent appointment are 30 minutes. Extended appointments are available by request (45 minutes or 60 minutes).
Concessions are available for pensioners and children under 16 years.
Any splints / orthoses / equipment are not included in the cost of the appointment. Your therapist will discuss the costs involved.
On the spot claims for health funds is available.
Medicare
If you are referred from your GP on a Medicare chronic disease management (CDM) plan your treatment will be bulk billed directly to Medicare.
You may be eliglble for up to 5 treatments per calendar year for allied health treatment on a Medicare TCA. If your treatment is declined by Medicare, you will be responsible for all costs associated with the treatment at private patient rates.
Any splints / orthoses / equipment are not included in the cost of the appointment. Your therapist will discuss the costs involved.