Professional Fees The Podiatry Practice | Brisbane
Fees and costs for podiatry services in Australia are usually covered under private health insurance, and in with a valid GP referral under Medicare, DVA, and WorkCover.
Patients funded under the NDIS are welcome to visit us for care if they are self-funded or under a managed plan, though we have not currently chosen to be a registered NDIS provider at this time.
We are also happy to see seniors who are under a commonwealth Aged Care Package that includes podiatry care.
Referrals, Private Health Insurance and Fees
Private Health Insurance
We accept all private health funds that can be claimed under the HICAPS system.
A medical referral is not required for podiatry visits under private health insurance. We offer HICAPS for on-the-spot claiming, where you have insurance under an Extras package which includes podiatry. Please check your specific fund for your particular coverage, as there is wide variability in rebates provided for podiatry services under private health insurance cover.
We are also Bupa Members First providers, and part of the HCF More for Feet Program, which provides substantial discounts and benefits for members of those health funds.
DVA, Medicare, and WorkCover
A valid GP referral is essential and necessary if seeking coverage under DVA, Medicare, or WorkCover.
DVA Gold/White Card holders and approved WorkCover cases are fully covered for consultations with a valid referral. Prior approvals may be required for certain specific treatments or services, which your podiatrist may request on your behalf.
Medicare rebates are available for up to five (5) services annually under an GP Management Plan for chronic conditions, but we do not bulk bill these consultations.
NDIS
Patients with funding support under the NDIS are always welcome to see us if they are self-managed or have included podiatry in their managed plan.
At this time, we have chosen not to be registered separately under the NDIS, due to the administrative burden.
Initial Consultation and Fees
We always require an Initial Consultation for new patients to assess your condition carefully. Also, if you have not been to the practice for many years, we may also require you to attend as an Initial Consultation.
During this visit, we will provide immediate assessment, and also treatment for your problem (if possible). We may recommend additional tests or investigations (eg x-rays, blood tests) before commencing treatment if the nature of your problem is not immediately clear.
Any required follow-up consultations and associated costs will be discussed at your initial consultation to provide informed financial consent. Costs for treatments such as custom foot orthoses or minor surgery will be discussed and a written estimate provided during this initial assessment, which you can check with your private health insurer (if applicable).