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 The Commonwealth Government has included the services of university trained Exercise Physiologists under Medicare’s allied health measure. Exercise Physiologists are now among the allied health professionals able to provide Medicare services to people with chronic and complex illnesses.
As Physical Inactivity is the second largest cause of chronic disease and ill-health in Australia, the community will now have access to expert advice and management on their lifestyle through the provision of expert advice from experienced Exercise Physiologists.
What is the Enhanced Primary Care Plan (EPC)?
The EPC is a government initiative that allows people with chronic injuries or ailments to access professional services to assist with the management of their condition with the benefits of a Medicare Rebate. The EPC was designed to improve the health and quality of life of the older population and those with chronic injuries or ailments. The EPC allows you to utilise the services of an Exercise Physiologist 5 times within a calendar year and receive a rebate of $46.80 per session through Medicare. Rebates are also available through selected private health insurers (Grand United Health, Australian Health Management, Australian Unity and MBF, NSW Teachers Health Fund).
How to access the Enhanced Primary Care Plans?
To be eligible to receive the rebate through Medicare you need a referral, to an Exercise Physiologist from your GP (under item number: 10953). The plan is made to assist patients who have a chronic injury or health concerns that require management to prevent the onset of chronic conditions.
 The referral to an Exercise Physiologist can assist in improving of the health of people with chronic and complex medical conditions such as:
- Musculoskeletal and skeletal problems (especially lower back injuries)
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Heart disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Arthritis
- Dementia
- Depression
- Stroke Patients
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