Fees

Does Medicare pay for orthotic services?

Medicare does not currently pay for the cost of orthotic services. The Australian Government recently introduced the Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) program whereby a client with disability or chronic illness is eligible for 5 allied health interventions each year. Unfortunately, the Orthotic Profession has not been included on the EPC's list of approved allied health disciplines. The Australia Orthotic Prosthetic Association is currently negotiating with government to include the profession on the EPC list.

What are your fees?

To ensure equity for the Prosthetic & Orthotic profession , the standard fee charged in this office for a 3o minute consultation is $60 and $120 for a 1 hour consultation. As Medicare does not cover the cost of orthotic services however, you will be financially responsible for all consultations including service provision, adjustments and minor repairs. If you have any queries with regards to payment, it is important that you ask about your financial responsibility. Our staff are fully informed with charges and rebates and will be able to help you navigate you way through this area.

What funding assistance is available?

The Victorian Aids & Equipment Program (VA&EP) in Victoria and Enable in NSW can assist clients with the cost of their orthotic management. For further details about this funding program, please click here.

What are your acceptable means of payment?

Fees will be reviewed with you at the consultation visit. Payment during the consultation is mandatory and bank cheques, cash or credit cards (MasterCard, VISA) are acceptable means of payment.

Do I need to have private health insurance?

Private Health insurance allows you and your family to access the right health services at the right time. You have control of your health care and can choose the provider, facility and timing of your treatment. With the security and protection of private health insurance, you can have timely access to services at Neuromuscular Orthotics.