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You May Be Eligible for Up to 5 Medicare Allied Health Rebates
If you have a chronic health condition, your GP may be able to refer you to The Back Clinic under a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (GPCCMP) — the Medicare program that replaced the former GP Management Plan and Team Care Arrangements from 1 July 2025. Eligible patients can receive up to 5 subsidised allied health visits per calendar year, which may include chiropractic care.
We warmly welcome GPCCMP referrals at our Bankstown and Rockdale clinics. Many patients come to us through this pathway and continue well beyond their subsidised visits — we focus on long-term management, not just short-term relief.
Am I Eligible?
The GPCCMP is available to patients with a chronic condition present for at least 6 months. Conditions we commonly see referred include:
- Chronic back pain and neck pain
- Headaches and migraines
- Postural problems and spinal conditions
- Osteoarthritis and joint degeneration
- Sciatica and repetitive strain injuries
Your GP will assess eligibility and prepare the plan if appropriate.
What Do I Need to Do?
Visit your GP and discuss your condition. If eligible, your GP will prepare the GPCCMP and issue a referral letter. Bring it to your first appointment at The Back Clinic — we take care of the rest. Patients can choose any allied health practitioner.
How Many Visits Can I Use for Chiropractic?
Medicare subsidises up to 5 allied health visits per calendar year in total — shared across all allied health providers under your plan. The number allocated to chiropractic is determined by your GP.
Note: The Back Clinic is not responsible for the amount reimbursed by Medicare — this is a matter between yourself, Medicare, and your GP.
Can I Use Private Health Insurance?
You cannot claim Medicare and private health insurance for the same consultation. Once your Medicare rebates are used, you can continue through your private health insurance extras cover.
We accept all health funds with on-the-spot HICAPS claiming — you pay only the gap.
Your 5 visits reset on 1 January each year — book a GP review in November or December so referrals are ready for the new year.
Continuing Care Beyond Your Subsidised Visits
Many GPCCMP patients continue beyond their 5 subsidised visits. Chronic conditions benefit from ongoing management, not just a short course of treatment. Care continues at our affordable treatment rate (view our chiropractic fees here) and/or with your private health insurance extras cover. Pre-paid membership options are available at a discounted rate for those committing to an ongoing program.
