Podiatry Referrals & Funding in Berwick & Melbourne
Clear pathways for Medicare, DVA, Support at Home, NDIS, WorkCover, TAC, private health and private podiatry.
Berwick Podiatry Group works with patients, families, GPs, care coordinators, support coordinators, case managers and funding providers to make accessing podiatry care as straightforward as possible.
Podiatry appointments are available at our Berwick clinic, with home visit podiatry available across Melbourne for eligible and appropriate clients.
Podiatry Funding & Referral Options
Different funding programs have different eligibility, referral, approval and billing requirements. Our team works with a range of podiatry funding pathways and can help identify what information is required before your appointment.
Medicare
Podiatry may attract a Medicare rebate for eligible patients referred under a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan.
Medicare Podiatry →DVA
We provide podiatry services for eligible Department of Veterans' Affairs Gold and White Card holders.
DVA Podiatry →Support at Home
We work with Support at Home participants, care partners and aged care providers for podiatry assessment and treatment.
Support at Home Podiatry →NDIS
Podiatry may be available for eligible NDIS participants where the service relates to disability-related support needs and funding criteria.
NDIS Podiatry →WorkCover / WorkSafe
Assessment and podiatry treatment may be available for clients with an accepted workplace injury claim and applicable approval.
WorkCover Podiatry →TAC
We can assist clients requiring podiatry as part of an approved Transport Accident Commission recovery pathway.
TAC Podiatry →Private Health Insurance
Eligible podiatry services may attract a rebate through private health extras cover, depending on your policy.
Ask About Private Health →Private Patients
You do not generally need a referral to book a private podiatry appointment with our clinic.
Book Podiatry →Home Visit Podiatry
Mobile podiatry is available across Melbourne for Support at Home, NDIS, private and other eligible clients.
Home Visit Podiatry →Medicare Podiatry – GP Chronic Condition Management Plans
Formerly commonly referred to as EPC/CDM podiatry
Eligible patients with chronic conditions and complex care needs may be referred to a podiatrist under a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan.
Medicare provides a rebate for eligible podiatry services under the relevant allied health arrangements. The number of allied health services available depends on the patient's eligibility and care plan.
- A GP referral is required for Medicare-funded podiatry under this pathway.
- Bring your referral and Medicare card to your appointment.
- Berwick Podiatry Group does not routinely bulk bill Medicare podiatry appointments.
- An applicable Medicare rebate may be claimed by eligible patients.
Support at Home Podiatry
Podiatry for older Australians receiving funded supports at home.
Berwick Podiatry Group works with Support at Home participants, care partners, care coordinators, families and aged care providers across Melbourne.
Depending on the client's assessed needs, support plan, available funding and provider arrangements, podiatry services may be funded through Support at Home.
Our team can provide in-clinic podiatry in Berwick as well as home visit podiatry across Melbourne.
- Initial comprehensive podiatry assessment
- General foot and nail care
- Corns and callus treatment
- Diabetes and high-risk foot assessment
- Footwear and mobility assessment
- Falls-risk considerations
- Clinical reporting where required
- Orthopaedic or therapeutic footwear assessment where clinically appropriate
NDIS Podiatry
Podiatry assessment, treatment and disability-related foot care.
Berwick Podiatry Group provides podiatry for eligible NDIS participants where podiatry is appropriate to the participant's disability-related needs and available funding.
Depending on the participant's requirements, podiatry may assist with:
- Foot health assessment
- Disability-related foot care
- Mobility and walking concerns
- Pressure management
- Footwear assessment
- Orthotics where clinically indicated
- Clinical assessment and reporting where required
- Home visit podiatry where appropriate
Funding and eligibility depend on the participant's individual NDIS plan and whether the requested podiatry service meets applicable NDIS funding criteria.
DVA Podiatry
Department of Veterans' Affairs podiatry for eligible card holders.
Our podiatrists provide podiatry care for eligible DVA Gold Card and White Card holders under applicable DVA arrangements.
DVA podiatry may include:
- Foot assessment and treatment planning
- Nail and skin care
- Corns and callus management
- Foot pain management
- Footwear advice
- Orthotics or footwear support where clinically appropriate and approved
A valid referral and/or prior approval may be required depending on the service and DVA arrangements.
WorkCover / WorkSafe Victoria Podiatry
Podiatry for workplace foot, ankle and lower-limb injuries.
Berwick Podiatry Group assists clients with WorkCover / WorkSafe Victoria claims who require assessment and treatment for work-related foot, ankle and lower-limb concerns.
- Foot and ankle assessment
- Biomechanical assessment
- Gait analysis
- Work footwear assessment
- Rehabilitation support
- Orthotics where clinically indicated
- Treatment planning
Please provide your WorkSafe claim number and relevant insurer, agent or case manager information. Prior approval may be required depending on the service and claim arrangements.
TAC Podiatry
Podiatry care following an eligible transport accident.
Clients recovering from a transport accident may require podiatry assessment and treatment as part of their rehabilitation and recovery.
- Foot and ankle assessment
- Gait and mobility assessment
- Biomechanical assessment
- Pain and injury management
- Footwear advice
- Orthotics where clinically appropriate
- Rehabilitation recommendations
Please provide your TAC claim information and any relevant approval or case manager details when arranging an appointment.
Private Health Insurance & Private Podiatry
You do not generally need a referral to see a podiatrist privately.
If your private health insurance includes podiatry under your extras cover, you may be eligible for a rebate. Your rebate depends on your insurer and level of cover.
Berwick Podiatry Group has HICAPS facilities available for eligible on-the-spot private health claims.
Referring a Client to Berwick Podiatry Group
We welcome referrals from GPs, Support at Home providers, care coordinators, NDIS support coordinators, case managers, allied health professionals, hospitals, families and other healthcare providers.
Referrals can be submitted through our online referral page. Providing complete information helps our team confirm funding arrangements and book the appropriate service more efficiently.
Client Information
Client name, date of birth, telephone number and address.
Funding Information
Funding type, provider, claim or approval details where applicable.
Referral Reason
Relevant foot health, mobility, injury, footwear or treatment concerns.
Coordinator Details
Care coordinator, support coordinator, case manager or insurer contact information.
Supporting Documents
Referral, funding approval, purchase order or relevant clinical documentation.
Appointment Requirements
Let us know whether the client requires in-clinic or home visit podiatry.
Funding a Home Visit Podiatrist in Melbourne?
Berwick Podiatry Group provides home visit podiatry across Melbourne, including extensive coverage throughout South East and Eastern Melbourne.
Home visits may be available for Support at Home, NDIS, private and other appropriately funded clients.
Our dedicated Melbourne service-area page lists more than 100 suburbs currently covered by our mobile podiatry service.
Podiatry Services Available Through Referral & Funding Pathways
Services depend on clinical need, program rules and any applicable funding approval. Our podiatrists provide assessment and treatment for a broad range of foot and lower-limb concerns.
General Podiatry
Nail care, corns, callus, skin concerns and ongoing foot care.
Diabetes Foot Care
Foot-health assessment including circulation, sensation and risk considerations.
Biomechanical Assessment
Assessment of gait, lower-limb function and contributing biomechanical factors.
Custom Orthotics
Orthotic assessment and prescription where clinically indicated.
Footwear Assessment
Assessment of fit, stability, comfort and suitability.
Foot & Ankle Injuries
Assessment, treatment planning and rehabilitation for appropriate injuries.
How to Use a Referral or Funding Approval
Podiatry Referrals in Berwick & Melbourne
Our clinic is located at 54 Kangan Drive, Berwick VIC 3806, and we welcome patients from Berwick and surrounding areas across Melbourne's South East.
Our mobile podiatry service extends much further across Melbourne for home visit clients.
Podiatry Referral & Funding FAQs
Do I need a referral to see a podiatrist?
Private patients can generally book directly. Some funded pathways, including Medicare, DVA and certain insurer or provider arrangements, require a referral or approval.
Does Medicare cover podiatry?
Eligible patients may receive a Medicare rebate for podiatry when referred under an applicable GP Chronic Condition Management Plan. A GP referral is required.
Is an EPC or CDM referral still accepted?
Medicare terminology has changed to the GP Chronic Condition Management Plan. Some older GP Management Plans and Team Care Arrangements created before the Medicare changes remain subject to transitional arrangements. Contact our team if you are unsure about your referral.
Do you bulk bill Medicare podiatry?
We do not routinely bulk bill Medicare podiatry. Eligible patients may be able to claim the applicable Medicare rebate following their appointment.
Do you accept Support at Home referrals?
Yes. We work with Support at Home participants, care partners, families and providers. Provider approval may be required before funded services commence.
Do you accept NDIS clients?
Yes. Podiatry may be available for eligible NDIS participants where the service is appropriate to their disability-related support needs and relevant funding criteria are met.
Do you accept DVA referrals?
Yes. We provide podiatry care for eligible DVA Gold and White Card holders under applicable DVA arrangements.
Do you accept WorkCover and TAC clients?
Yes. We can provide podiatry for appropriate WorkCover / WorkSafe and TAC claims. Please provide your claim and approval details when contacting our team.
Can funded podiatry be provided at home?
Home visit podiatry may be available depending on the funding program, approval, clinical need, location and appointment availability. Our mobile podiatry service covers a large area of Melbourne.
Can a care coordinator refer a client directly?
Yes. Care coordinators, Support at Home providers, support coordinators, case managers, GPs, allied health professionals and families can submit referrals through our referral page.
Need Help With a Podiatry Referral or Funding Pathway?
Whether you are using Medicare, DVA, Support at Home, NDIS, WorkCover, TAC, private health insurance or arranging podiatry privately, our team can help you understand the next step.
Berwick Podiatry Group provides in-clinic podiatry in Berwick and mobile podiatry home visits across Melbourne.