Bulk Billing Chiropractor Newcastle | Medicare CDM & EPC Chiropractic Care
How Bulk Billing Chiropractic Works at Family Life Chiropractic
Looking for a bulk billing chiropractor in Newcastle? At Family Life Chiropractic, eligible patients can access Medicare-supported chiropractic care through a GP referral under the Chronic Disease Management (CDM) program (previously known as EPC).
We understand that managing chronic pain and ongoing health conditions can be both physically and financially stressful. Our goal is to help make professional chiropractic care more accessible for eligible Newcastle patients through Medicare-supported CDM referrals and simplified on-the-spot claiming.
This program helps patients with chronic or long-term conditions access allied health care, including chiropractic treatment, with a Medicare rebate contributing toward the cost of visits.
Our experienced Newcastle chiropractors provide safe, professional, and personalised care focused on supporting spinal health, mobility, movement, and overall wellbeing so you can continue participating in everyday activities with greater comfort and confidence.
We process Medicare claims on the spot at your appointment, and eligible CDM patients have no out-of-pocket cost for their initial consultation.
Medicare Chronic Disease Management (CDM) – Previously EPC
Many patients and healthcare providers still refer to this program as EPC (Enhanced Primary Care). While the name has changed, the current program is known as the Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan.
The CDM program allows your GP to refer eligible patients with chronic or complex health conditions to allied health practitioners, including chiropractors in Newcastle.
If your GP determines that chiropractic care may assist your condition, and you meet the eligibility criteria, they may provide a Medicare referral under a CDM plan.
With this referral, Medicare provides a rebate towards the cost of your chiropractic visits, helping reduce out-of-pocket expenses.
At Family Life Chiropractic, we regularly work with patients referred under CDM plans in collaboration with local GPs across Newcastle and the surrounding areas.
Who May Be Eligible?
To qualify for a CDM referral for a bulk billing chiropractor in Newcastle, you must have a chronic or long-term condition lasting six months or more.
Common conditions managed through chiropractic care include:
Chronic back pain
Neck pain and spinal dysfunction
Postural-related conditions
Joint and musculoskeletal pain
Reduced mobility and stiffness
Scoliosis
Osteoarthritis
Disc bulge and disc injuries
Sciatica and nerve-related pain
Eligibility is determined by your GP based on your medical needs and overall health status.
How Bulk Billing Chiropractic Care Newcastle Works
Accessing chiropractic care through Medicare is simple:
1. See your GP
If you have a chronic condition, your GP can assess your eligibility for a CDM referral to a chiropractor in Newcastle.
2. Receive your referral
If approved, your GP will issue a Medicare referral allowing you to access chiropractic treatment under the CDM program.
3. Book your appointment
Contact Family Life Chiropractic to book your visit. We process Medicare rebates on your behalf, making the process simple and stress-free.
Where clinically indicated, our chiropractors may provide referrals for Medicare-supported spinal X-rays through external imaging providers.
Medicare Rebates & Fees
Eligible patients receiving care through a CDM plan may access Medicare rebates toward chiropractic treatment.
- Initial consultations with our Family Life chiropractor are fully covered under Medicare rebates for eligible CDM patients, with no out-of-pocket cost.
- Standard visits include a small gap fee (approximately $20).
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients may be eligible for additional funded visits under relevant health programs (up to 10 treatments).
Our team manages all Medicare processing directly at your appointment, making the process simple and stress-free.
For patients wanting to learn more about how the Team Care Arrangement works under the CDM program, detailed information is available on the MBS Online website.
Family Life Chiropractic – Supporting Newcastle Families
Family Life Chiropractic has been trusted by the Newcastle community for many years, providing professional and personalised chiropractic care, backed by over 20 years of clinical experience in managing musculoskeletal conditions and chronic pain.
Through the CDM program, eligible patients can access Medicare-supported care for chronic musculoskeletal conditions with a bulk billing chiropractor in Newcastle.
We use modern chiropractic techniques and state-of-the-art equipment to support comfortable, effective treatment tailored to each patient’s needs. Our clinic is also Webster Certified, allowing us to provide specific, gentle chiropractic care for pregnant patients.
We work closely with local GPs and allied health professionals, including physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, and other practitioners, to ensure coordinated, patient-centred care focused on long-term results.
If you have questions about Medicare CDM referrals or bulk billing chiropractic care, our friendly team is happy to guide you and help you access the care you need.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bulk Billing Chiropractic
Can chiropractors bulk bill through Medicare?
Chiropractors cannot directly bulk bill standard chiropractic appointments through Medicare. However, eligible patients may access Medicare-supported chiropractic care through a GP referral under the Chronic Disease Management (CDM) program, previously known as an EPC referral. Medicare provides a rebate that contributes toward the cost of chiropractic visits.
What is a CDM or EPC referral?
A CDM (Chronic Disease Management) referral, previously called an EPC referral, is a Medicare program that allows eligible patients with chronic or long-term health conditions to access allied health services, including chiropractic care. These referrals are organised through your GP as part of a coordinated healthcare management plan.
Who is eligible for a Medicare chiropractic referral?
Patients with chronic or long-term health conditions that have been present for six months or longer may be eligible for a Medicare chiropractic referral through their GP. Eligibility is determined by your doctor based on your individual health needs and whether you meet the Medicare CDM criteria.
How many chiropractic visits does Medicare cover?
Under the Medicare CDM program, eligible patients may receive up to five allied health visits per calendar year shared across participating healthcare providers. The number of chiropractic visits available will depend on how your GP allocates those visits within your management plan.
Do I need a GP referral to access bulk billing chiropractic care?
Yes. A valid GP referral under the Medicare Chronic Disease Management (CDM) program is required before Medicare rebates can be applied to chiropractic care. Without a referral, chiropractic appointments are treated as private consultations.
Is there a gap fee for chiropractic visits?
Under our Medicare-supported CDM chiropractic program, there is currently no out-of-pocket gap fee for your initial consultation. Standard follow-up chiropractic visits generally involve a small out-of-pocket gap fee of approximately $20 after the Medicare rebate has been processed. Our team can explain all fees clearly and assist with convenient on-the-spot Medicare claiming.
Can chiropractors refer for bulk billed X-rays?
Where clinically indicated, chiropractors may provide referrals for spinal X-rays through external imaging providers. In some cases, these imaging services may be eligible for Medicare-supported bulk billing depending on the referral type and imaging provider.
Can chiropractors bulk bill through Medicare?
Chiropractors cannot directly bulk bill standard chiropractic appointments through Medicare. However, eligible patients may access Medicare-supported chiropractic care through a GP referral under the Chronic Disease Management (CDM) program, previously known as an EPC referral. Medicare provides a rebate that contributes toward the cost of chiropractic visits.
What is a CDM or EPC referral?
A CDM (Chronic Disease Management) referral, previously called an EPC referral, is a Medicare program that allows eligible patients with chronic or long-term health conditions to access allied health services, including chiropractic care. These referrals are organised through your GP as part of a coordinated healthcare management plan.
Who is eligible for a Medicare chiropractic referral?
Patients with chronic or long-term health conditions that have been present for six months or longer may be eligible for a Medicare chiropractic referral through their GP. Eligibility is determined by your doctor based on your individual health needs and whether you meet the Medicare CDM criteria.
How many chiropractic visits does Medicare cover?
Under the Medicare CDM program, eligible patients may receive up to five allied health visits per calendar year shared across participating healthcare providers. The number of chiropractic visits available will depend on how your GP allocates those visits within your management plan.
Do I need a GP referral to access bulk billing chiropractic care?
Yes. A valid GP referral under the Medicare Chronic Disease Management (CDM) program is required before Medicare rebates can be applied to chiropractic care. Without a referral, chiropractic appointments are treated as private consultations.
Is there a gap fee for chiropractic visits?
Under our Medicare-supported CDM chiropractic program, there is currently no out-of-pocket gap fee for your initial consultation. Standard follow-up chiropractic visits generally involve a small out-of-pocket gap fee of approximately $20 after the Medicare rebate has been processed. Our team can explain all fees clearly and assist with convenient on-the-spot Medicare claiming.
Can chiropractors refer for bulk billed X-rays?
Where clinically indicated, chiropractors may provide referrals for spinal X-rays through external imaging providers. In some cases, these imaging services may be eligible for Medicare-supported bulk billing depending on the referral type and imaging provider.
Ready to Book Your Appointment?
If you have a CDM (EPC) referral from your GP, you can book your appointment with our bulk billing chiropractor in Newcastle online or by phone.
Our friendly team will guide you through the process, answer any questions about Medicare chiropractic referrals, and ensure your visit is simple, convenient, and stress-free.
Book your bulk billing chiropractic appointment in Newcastle today and take the first step toward improved spinal health, reduced pain, and better mobility.
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