Bulk Billed Chiropractor
What does it mean to get bulk billing at a Chiropractor?
There are 4 ways to get bulk billing at our Chiropractic Clinic in Morley.
- Medicare (see information below)
- Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA)
- Motor Vehicle Insurance (ICWA)
- Workers Compensation Claims
The most common and easily accessible is through medicare, upon a referral from a GP you are eligible to receive up to 5 Chiropractic Appointments Bulk Billed throughout a calendar year from Medicare.
This means that there is no out of pocket expenses.
The bulk bill appointments are called Chronic Disease Management plans (formerly Enhanced Primary Care or EPC) and are available under Medicare. Since opening our clinic in 2015 we have continued to offer Bulk Billed appointments when referred from the GP.
Common Questions We Get Asked Regarding Bulk Billing
What is a Chronic Disease Management Plan (or EPC)?
The service is offered through the Medicare Benefits Schedule and it allows GPs to “plan and coordinate the health care of patients with chronic or terminal medical conditions, including patients with these conditions who require multidisciplinary, team-based care from a GP and at least two other health or care providers”.
Am I eligible for a CDM too get a Bulk Billed Chiropractic Appointment?
A chronic medical condition is described as a musculoskeletal condition that has been (or is likely to be) present for 6 months or longer. Please speak with your GP to see if you are eligible for a Chronic Health Care Plan.
Do I need to bring anything to my appointment?
We ask that every patient brings a copy of the Chronic Health Care Plan, this is to avoid disappointment as sometimes we may not receive the care plan from the GP in time. Please also bring your Medicare card so we can double check your number against the form.
Often the GP clinic will fax or email the form along with other information about your current health history.
Are the appointments 100% Bulk Billed?
Some Chiropractic clinics charge you the gap or the difference between what Medicare pay and what they charge.
However, we definitely do NOT charge the difference and offer 100% gap free Chiropractor Bulk Bill Appointments with the Chronic Disease Management Form.
What if I can’t get the Chronic Health Care Plan?
In order for you to receive the care plan, your GP needs to feel that Chiropractic is appropriate for the issue that you have.
If you still cannot get a care plan we do offer affordable pricing at the clinic.
4 Steps to get your Chronic Disease Management Plan
Step 1: Book an appointment with your local GP, we are walking distance from Rudloc Road Medical Centre and a small drive to the Morley Medical Practice.
Step 2: Explain to the practitioner your complaint so they can assess if you are eligible for a plan. If they are unsure, show them the picture of the plan below.
Step 3: If eligible, they will give you a plan or book you in for another visit to go over some questions relating to your history, fax (08 9375 6917) it or email it to us.
Step 4: Book in an appointment with us online or over the phone on 08 9275 6095.
Opening Hours
Mon
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tue
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wed
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thu
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Fri
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sat
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sun
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
* After Hours Rates Apply
** Bulk Billing not accepted on after hours appointments
Call us now on (08) 9275 6095 or Book Online