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Private patients do not require a referral. Patients seeking insurance compensation from a motor vehicle accident (MVA), Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA) or work related injury will require a referral from their G.P.
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Does Medicare cover the services offered?
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If you have a chronic/long lasting condition and your G.P. agrees that you should go on an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) program, Medicare will cover approximately $49 (correct as of January 2009). Once you have paid your physiotherapy account you can claim this $49 from any Medicare office. |
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Wearing loose clothes will allow muscle and joint testing to be carried out more easily. In some cases (with the patient's consent) patients may be asked by the therapist to remove heavy or restricting clothing. In the case of conditions which are irritated from running/walking or playing sport, the therapist may ask to see the foot-wear worn during these activities. |
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What can I expect on the first visit?
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The initial consultation involves assessing the area of concern. The physiotherapist will ask questions about the history and nature of the problem before conducting tests to various structures to assist in making a diagnosis of the problem. Once a diagnosis is made, the physiotherapist can begin treating the area by selecting one or more treatment techniques. The patient is always asked for consent before using various techniques such as joint manipulation (clicking) and acupuncture. |
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