FAQ
Q. Do I need a referral to attend Twinkle Toes Podiatry?
A. No, you do not require a referral to gain access to our services.
We do accept referrals from other health practitioners as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to care. If you have been referred by another health practitioner please ensure to bring all relevant referral paperwork with you to your appointment.
Q. Will my health fund cover Podiatry treatments?
A. It depends on your particular health fund and level of cover.
If you do have extras cover that includes Podiatry treatment you will be eligible for health fund rebates for services at Twinkle Toes Podiatry. Our practice has HICAPS available for on the spot claiming. We are a registered “More for feet” provider with HCF.
Q. How does it work if I have been referred to Twinkle Toes Podiatry under a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan*?
*formerly the Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plan.
A. We accept patients who have been referred to us by their GP under the CDM.
Please ensure to bring all relevant referral paperwork with you to your appointment as we will be unable to provide treatment services under the CDM unless we have the referral paperwork at the time of first treatment under the plan.
Q. Does Twinkle Toes Podiatry Bulk-Bill my treatments under the CDM?
A. No. Twinkle Toes Podiatry is able to process your Medicare claim on the spot and Medicare will refund $60.35 back into your bank account.
Q. Can Podiatrists been seen using an Aged Care Package?
A. Yes. Twinkle Toes is registered with most aged care package providers. Once approved, Twinkle Toes will bill your aged care package directly for the cost of your consultations.
Q. How do I pay for my treatments at Twinkle Toes Podiatry?
A. Full payment is required at the time of consultation.
We offer HICAPS and EFTPOS facilities – for instant claiming from your Private Health Fund and Medicare Easyclaim*.
We also accept cash, cheque and most major credit cards.
Q. Can Podiatrists refer for diagnostic imaging?
A. Yes. Podiatrists are able to refer for X-Ray, Ultrasound, MRI** and CT** scans.
*Medicare Easyclaim; For patients receiving treatments under the CDM we take full payment for your treatment at the time of consultation. We then process your Medicare card to claim your rebate and place the rebate back to either your cheque or savings account.
**These imaging modalities are not covered by Medicare if your Podiatrist refers for imaging, there will be out-of-pocket expenses payable to your diagnostic imaging provider. Typically, only a specialist may refer for these imaging modalities in order to qualify for Medicare subsidies.
A. No, you do not require a referral to gain access to our services.
We do accept referrals from other health practitioners as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to care. If you have been referred by another health practitioner please ensure to bring all relevant referral paperwork with you to your appointment.
Q. Will my health fund cover Podiatry treatments?
A. It depends on your particular health fund and level of cover.
If you do have extras cover that includes Podiatry treatment you will be eligible for health fund rebates for services at Twinkle Toes Podiatry. Our practice has HICAPS available for on the spot claiming. We are a registered “More for feet” provider with HCF.
Q. How does it work if I have been referred to Twinkle Toes Podiatry under a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan*?
*formerly the Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plan.
A. We accept patients who have been referred to us by their GP under the CDM.
Please ensure to bring all relevant referral paperwork with you to your appointment as we will be unable to provide treatment services under the CDM unless we have the referral paperwork at the time of first treatment under the plan.
Q. Does Twinkle Toes Podiatry Bulk-Bill my treatments under the CDM?
A. No. Twinkle Toes Podiatry is able to process your Medicare claim on the spot and Medicare will refund $60.35 back into your bank account.
Q. Can Podiatrists been seen using an Aged Care Package?
A. Yes. Twinkle Toes is registered with most aged care package providers. Once approved, Twinkle Toes will bill your aged care package directly for the cost of your consultations.
Q. How do I pay for my treatments at Twinkle Toes Podiatry?
A. Full payment is required at the time of consultation.
We offer HICAPS and EFTPOS facilities – for instant claiming from your Private Health Fund and Medicare Easyclaim*.
We also accept cash, cheque and most major credit cards.
Q. Can Podiatrists refer for diagnostic imaging?
A. Yes. Podiatrists are able to refer for X-Ray, Ultrasound, MRI** and CT** scans.
*Medicare Easyclaim; For patients receiving treatments under the CDM we take full payment for your treatment at the time of consultation. We then process your Medicare card to claim your rebate and place the rebate back to either your cheque or savings account.
**These imaging modalities are not covered by Medicare if your Podiatrist refers for imaging, there will be out-of-pocket expenses payable to your diagnostic imaging provider. Typically, only a specialist may refer for these imaging modalities in order to qualify for Medicare subsidies.
