Bulk Billing Chiropractor
Can Chiropractor Do Bulk Billing?

Using a Medicare card for billing medical services is a privilege for both Australian permanent residents (PR) and Australian citizens. People with a bridging visa which is a transitional visa before getting a PR visa can also receive free medical treatment. General practitioner (GP) consultation, diagnostic imaging such as x-rays, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) scans, and some specific medicine are covered by Medicare.
Patients with musculoskeletal conditions such as neck pain and back pain always consult their GPs and get bulk billing. The most frequent search keyword “Bulk Billing Chiropractor” on Google reflects people concerned about whether allied health professionals like chiropractors can do bulk billing. The answer is definitely “YES”, but it has some requirements.
Chronic Disease Management Plan
Chronic Disease Management (CDM) formerly named Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) is under Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS). The Eligibility of bulk billing for allied health professional services is determined by whether you have chronic conditions.
A medical condition that has been present for over six months or longer is defined as a chronic disease. Asthma, cardiovascular disease, musculoskeletal conditions and diabetes mellitus are examples of chronic conditions. These chronic conditions may require two or more healthcare providers for co-management.
There are a few steps to get your CDM plan. First of all, consult your GP. Your GP will diagnose whether your neck pain, lower back pain or sciatica is a chronic condition based on the onset time and presentation.
Secondly, blood tests, diagnostic imaging and/or other tests may be prescribed for further confirmation. Finally, if any of the above test results prove your condition is chronic or your GP believes that you need multidisciplinary healthcare, you will get the EPC plan.
Validity Of Chronic Disease Management Plan
The CDM plan is valid for 1 year from the date it is signed. Eligible patients can use the CDM plan for a maximum of 5 allied health services per calendar year. GP can give you up to 5 visits for allied health services based on your conditions. 5 visits can be given to two different services such as chiropractic and physiotherapy. However, the EPC form can be used under the same service once it is approved. For example, if you decide to use 5 times on chiropractic care. The unused visits will not accumulate in the next calendar year.
Bulk Billing for Chiropractic Treatment
Some bulk billing chiropractors can do no gap payment with the EPC plan while some chiropractors require a small gap payment. For the initial consultation, you need to bring your Medicare card and the EPC plan to make the payment. Your chiropractor needs to keep the EPC plan so that you do not have to bring it for each visit.
Kings Park Chiropractic – Chiropractor Near Me
Kings Park Chiropractic serves not only Sydney CBD but also the Hills district. If you are not eligible for the CDM plan, you can use your private health funds for chiropractic treatment. With private health funds, GP referrals are not needed.
Kings Park Chiropractic Clinic accepts both private health funds and EPC plans. Health fund rebates can be claimed on the spot with the HICAPS terminal.
The article “All You Need To Know About Chiropractors” has more information about chiropractors and other payment methods.
Service Areas:
Kings Park NSW 2148
Kings Langley NSW 2147
Quakers Hill NSW 2763
Blacktown NSW 2148
Kellyville NSW 2155
Bella Vista NSW 2153
Baulkham Hills NSW 2153
Glenhaven NSW 2156
Dural NSW 2158
If you would like to enquire more about the EPC form or chiropractic care please contact (02) 9837 5161 or email [email protected].
Online booking: https://kingsparkchiropractic.com.au/chiropractic-near-me-online-booking/