Medicare Bulk Billing (GPCCMP)
If you live with a chronic condition — such as diabetes, arthritis, or persistent ingrowns,
skin conditions or heel pain — your doctor may write you a General Practitioner Chronic
Condition Management Plan (GPCCMP), which used to be known as an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC)
plan. This entitles you to up to 5 allied-health visits per calendar year (January 1st –
December 31st) with a Medicare rebate applied to each visit.
You will then only need to pay $15 out of pocket to cover the gap. If you
need more than 5 visits in a year for podiatry, or you use some visits for another
allied-health service (e.g. physio, chiropractor, diabetes educator) as well as with us, you
will need to pay for the remaining services for the year.
What to Bring
- Your referral papers from your GP (unless we have confirmed these have already been emailed across)
- Your Medicare card
- Any relevant medical history or test results
How It Works
- We bulk-bill the Medicare rebate portion where possible
- A $15 gap fee is payable on the day, which is explained clearly before commencing treatment. This can be paid via cash, card or sometimes private health
- Your podiatrist will send written reports back to your GP after your first and final visits on your care plan
Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA)
We proudly support Australian veterans and their families. The Foot and Ankle Specialists
accept both DVA Gold Card and DVA White Card holders, ensuring those who have served our
country receive the podiatry care they need without financial burden.
Gold Card
All clinically necessary podiatry care is fully covered with no out-of-pocket cost to you.
White Card
Covered for accepted service-related conditions. Check your entitlements with DVA and
your GP if unsure.
Referral Required
A current DVA referral (D904) from your GP is required every 12 months. Please bring this
on the day of your appointment (unless we have confirmed it has already been emailed to us).
NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme)
We warmly welcome NDIS participants seeking podiatry care. Our team is experienced in working
with the NDIS system and can provide all necessary documentation in NDIS-friendly format —
including quotes and tax invoices for reimbursement or plan manager processing.
Accepted Plan Types
- Self-managed participants — welcome
- Plan-managed participants — welcome
- Agency-managed participants — we are not currently registered; please check before booking
Commonly Funded Services
- Custom orthotics and podiatric footwear
- Ongoing gait analysis and biomechanical assessments
- Regular nail and skin care
- Consumables required during or after treatment due to disability-related needs
Please supply your individual NDIS number, an email address for invoices, plan manager or
support coordinator contact details and any other relevant plan details at the commencement of
your services so we can process everything smoothly.
We can also fill out a service agreement upon request. Please also let us know if there are
specific codes we are required to use for invoicing in alignment with your plan's funding
allocations.
WorkCover Queensland
If you've been injured at work and have an accepted WorkCover Queensland claim, we can treat
you as part of your approved recovery plan. Our team is experienced in managing work-related
foot and ankle injuries, and we liaise directly with case managers to keep your claim on track.
What to Bring
- Your WorkCover claim number
- Case manager name and contact details
- A current GP referral
How We Help
- Direct liaison with your case manager
- Detailed treatment reports provided as required
- No out-of-pocket cost for approved services
Approved WorkCover patients pay no out-of-pocket costs for covered podiatry
services.
Private Health Insurance
We have a HICAPS terminal on-site, which means your private health rebate is processed
instantly at the time of your visit — no paperwork, no waiting for reimbursements. You simply
pay the gap on the day, making the process as convenient as possible.
Instant Processing
Your rebate is claimed on the spot via HICAPS. No forms to lodge, no waiting for funds to
be returned to your account.
Pay the Gap Only
Your fund pays its portion directly; you only pay the remaining gap amount after the
rebate is applied.
Orthotics Item Codes
Custom orthotics may have a separate annual limit. We can provide the relevant item code
so you can check your entitlement with your insurer before committing.
Rebate amounts vary between funds and levels of cover. It is recommended you
check your extras cover for "Podiatry" benefits before your appointment so you know what to
expect.
No Cover? No Referral? No Problem.
You do not need a referral to see us — self-funded patients are very welcome to book in
directly at The Foot and Ankle Specialists.
No Referral Required
Simply call us during business hours. You can see us without a GP referral — it's that
straightforward.
Upfront Quotes
We always quote before any work begins, so you know exactly what to expect — no hidden
costs or surprises at checkout.
Payment Plans Available
For larger items such as custom orthotics, we offer flexible payment plans. Just ask our
reception team and we'll find a solution that works for you.
