Commonly Asked Questions About Medicare

  • Am I Eligible for Medicare Claims?

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    You are eligible for Medicare chiropractic claims if you have a chronic condition, and a Medicare card. You will need to consult your GP, who will then complete a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) form for you to bring to your chiropractic appointment.  Medicare may rebate up to five sessions per year with a gap payment. For further queries, please contact our friendly team at Chiropaedic St Leonards

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  • What is a Chronic Condition?

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    A chronic condition is defined as a condition that has been present for six months or longer. This may include but is not limited to: 


    • Lower Back Pain
    • Neck Pain
    • Shoulder Pain
    • Headache / Migraine
    • Sciatica
    • Disc Injuries
    • Scoliosis
    • Arthritis / Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative Disc Disease

  • Where can I Download the Chronic Disease Management Form?

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    To download the Chronic Disease Management Form, please use the link below. For further queries, please contact Chiropaedic St Leonards.

    Download CDM Form

Ready to experience a different kind of chiropractic care?

Your journey at Chiropaedic begins with a thorough initial examination — including a full health history, physical and postural assessment, and X-rays where needed. At your second visit, we walk you through your personalised Report of Findings, discuss your goals and decide on a care plan together — because your goals, your concerns, and your life outside the clinic are at the centre of every decision we make.