You do NOT require a referral from your GP for a physiotherapy assessment.
All patients with private health care will be able to claim ON-THE-SPOT rebates through the HICAPS system. Please check directly with your health fund for the amount of your rebate entitlement as this varies depending on your provider and level of coverage.
Coastal Physiotherapy are preferred providers for BUPA, HCF and Medibank Private. Note: Assessment and treatment fees are set by these providers and are lower than our standard rates. Higher rebates are also obtained through seeking treatment with Coastal Physiotherapy as a preferred provider. Please call our reception to obtain a current price for the preferred provider funds.
Medicare Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) Program
Medicare’s EPC program allows up to five treatments per calendar year. Coastal Physiotherapy charges a small gap fee ($10 per appointment for concession card holders otherwise $30) for these services. This remains lower than many Maroochydore and Sunshine Coast clinics. There are strict eligibility criteria for the EPC – for more information please ask your GP. Note: You must have a GP referral to be eligible for the EPC rebates.
DVA
Coastal Physiotherapy works with all eligible veterans to provide high quality rehabilitation services. There is no gap fee on this treatment and services are billed directly to DVA.
WorkCover
We accept all WorkCover physiotherapy referrals with a medical certificate issued by a GP. There are no out-of-pocket expenses, as Coastal Physiotherapy does not charge a gap fee. WorkCover programs can provide in-rooms treatment, gym programs and hydrotherapy programs, depending on your individual rehabilitation requirements.
