Everything you need to know. If your GP has referred you under a Medicare GP Care Plan (formerly an EPC or Chronic Disease Management Plan), you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate towards your podiatry treatment — we've answered the most common questions below.
A GP Care Plan is designed to help people living with chronic or complex medical conditions access allied health services, including podiatry. Your eligibility is determined entirely by your GP.
If approved, your GP may refer you for up to five Medicare-funded allied health appointments each calendar year. These visits may be shared between different allied health professionals — so if you use three visits with a physiotherapist, you may have two remaining for podiatry.
Allied health services may include
Your GP will determine whether you meet the Medicare criteria. Common conditions include:
If you're unsure whether you're eligible, simply speak with your GP.
Undefeeted Podiatry is not a bulk billing clinic. Instead, Medicare contributes towards the cost of your consultation with a rebate, and you simply pay the remaining gap.
This is one of the questions we're asked most often. The Medicare rebate is designed as a contribution towards allied health care — it isn't intended to cover the full cost of comprehensive podiatry treatment.
We choose not to reduce appointment times or limit your care simply to meet the rebate. Instead, we focus on thorough, evidence-based treatment that gives you the best possible outcome:
Medicare provides the same standard rebate Australia-wide. Here's what that contribution is paired with at Undefeeted Podiatry.
You'll pay for your consultation at the end of your appointment. Our reception team then processes your Medicare claim electronically before you leave the clinic. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on the type of appointment you need — and we'll always explain any fees before your consultation begins, so there are no surprises.
Generally deposited into your nominated bank account within 24 hours of your appointment.
Not at all. The process is incredibly simple — most patients receive their rebate within one business day.
Choosing a podiatrist is about more than simply using your Medicare referral.
Committed to ongoing education.
To fully understand your concerns.
And treatment technology.
Treatment recommendations.
Who make Medicare claiming simple.
Focused on lasting results, not temporary relief.
If you're unsure whether your referral is valid, how many Medicare visits you have remaining, or what your out-of-pocket costs may be — our team is always happy to help before your appointment.
