Can Medicare Cover Your Podiatry Visit?
Yes, it can! If you have certain health conditions and a referral from your GP, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate for podiatry through the Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Plan (previously called the Enhanced Primary Care Plan).
What Is a Chronic Disease Management Plan?
The CDM plan is designed for people with a chronic medical condition (lasting or likely to last 6 months or more) that requires care from multiple healthcare providers.
This could include conditions such as:
Plantar fasciitis
Achilles tendinopathy
Arthritis
Diabetes-related foot problems
Other musculoskeletal or long-term health conditions
Your GP will determine whether you are eligible and, if so, can refer you to podiatry as part of a team care arrangement (involving at least two other health professionals such as a physiotherapist or exercise physiologist).
How Much Can You Claim Back?
Under the CDM plan, you may be eligible for up to 5 subsidised visits per calendar year to allied health providers, including podiatrists.
Rebate amount: $61.80 per consultation
Number of visits: Up to 5 per year (shared between allied health providers if needed)
Gap payment: You simply pay the difference between the consultation fee and the rebate
At Melbourne Podiatry Clinic, we process your Medicare rebate on the spot, so you don’t need to line up at Medicare afterwards.
What Services Can Be Covered by Medicare?
Your podiatry consultation under a CDM plan can include a range of treatments, such as:
Shockwave therapy
Dry needling
Sports podiatry and biomechanical assessments
Custom orthotics
Skin and nail care (including ingrown toenails and corns)
Important to Know
You cannot claim both Medicare and private health insurance for the same appointment.
Once you’ve used your 5 Medicare-subsidised visits, you may continue podiatry care using your private health insurance if you have cover.
How to Access Medicare Rebates for Podiatry
Visit your GP and ask whether you are eligible for a Chronic Disease Management plan.
If approved, your GP will provide a referral to Melbourne Podiatry Clinic.
Book your appointment with us, and we’ll take care of the rebate process for you.
Book Your Medicare-Supported Podiatry Visit
At Melbourne Podiatry Clinic, we welcome all patients attending under a Medicare CDM plan. If you’re unsure whether you qualify or need help getting started, simply give our team a call on (03) 9993 0461.
