Information for GPs

    As of the 1^st July, 2006, Medicare rebates became available to patients on Enhanced Primary Care plans for Exercise Physiology services. The MBS Item number is 10953. If you wish to include Exercise Physiology services for your patients simply complete the referral form as usual, noting the number of services required. Forward this with the GPMP and TCA to Integrated Physical Performance by fax (4921 2539), or hand to the patient to bring with them to the appointment. Information regarding EPC plans can be found at the Medicare Allied Health and Dental Initiatives website. Allied health group services are also now available for group services to Type II diabetic patients.

    Some patients may eligible for Exercise Physiology services under the MAHS plan. As a registered MAHS provider, patients are referred to me via the Capricornia Division of General Practice, who then forwards the referral to me. I will make contact with the patient or the referrer as appropriate to then commence consultations with the patient.

    DVA patients are now eligible for treatment by an Accredited Exercise Physiologist. On completion of a D904 Referral Form, the Veteran is eligible for treatment according to their condition. See the following fact sheet (HSV 30 - Exercise Physiology – Information for the Veteran Community) on the DVA FactSheet website for more information.

    Finally, patients may be able to receive rebates via their health fund for Exercise Physiology services. Funds such as MBF, NIB and other have rebates depending on the level of cover. Have the patient check with their health fund to determine their cover. Referral may be by letter, or referral pads are available upon request. A .pdf version of the referral form may be downloaded here. Following a GP referred consultation, patient reports are forwarded within 7 days, outlining patient assessment, interventions and recommendations for future management.