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).
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 to support spinal health, mobility, and overall wellbeing.
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.
Our chiropractors are also able to provide referrals for bulk billed spinal X-rays where clinically required.
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.
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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