Medicare Physiotherapy Bondi Junction
Physiotherapy is an important treatment option for many acute and chronic conditions, including back pain, headaches, tennis elbow, sports injuries, and more. In some cases, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate for your physio sessions.
In this post, we explain when you may be eligible for this rebate and what you need to do.
CAN I GET A MEDICARE REBATE FOR PHYSIOTHERAPY?
Yes, under certain conditions. To access a rebate through Medicare, you'll need a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (GPCCMP), referred by your GP. This plan is for people with a chronic condition, as assessed by your GP. Your GP will confirm whether you're eligible.
MEDICARE PHYSIOTHERAPY: HOW MANY SESSIONS CAN I GET?
With a GPCCMP, you may be eligible for up to 5 sessions with allied health providers per calendar year (Jan 1–Dec 31). Providers can include physiotherapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, dietitians, exercise physiologists, podiatrists, and others.
These 5 sessions are shared across providers — for example, 2 podiatry + 3 physio, or 4 physio + 1 osteopathy. The total across all providers cannot exceed 5 sessions per calendar year.
Mental health care plans are separate and not included in this allocation.
MEDICARE REBATE AND GAP PAYMENTS
As of July 2026, the Medicare rebate is $63.40 per physiotherapy session (subject to indexation — check mbsonline.gov.au for the current figure). This rebate applies to both initial and follow-up consults, up to 5 sessions per calendar year.
At Physio K, we do not bulk bill Medicare for physiotherapy, so a gap payment applies. This is currently around $70 for your initial consult (a comprehensive half-hour assessment, diagnosis, planning and treatment) and around $55 for follow-up consults.
MEDICARE REBATES FOR PHYSIO SESSIONS
At Physio K, we accept GPCCMP referrals from your GP, which may give you a rebate for up to 5 physiotherapy sessions per calendar year.
We do not bulk bill. The rebate is generally processed to your account within 2 business days, so there's nothing further you need to do. The number of sessions you'll need depends on your specific injury and its duration.
HOW DO I GET THE MEDICARE REBATE?
At Physio K, we've made this process simple. We use a system called Medipass to handle the rebate for you.
What you need to do: nothing! You don't need to do anything to receive the rebate — it will appear within 2 business days in the account linked to your Medicare details, which may not be the same account you used to pay for your consultation.
SUMMARY
The short summary is:
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Yes, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate for physiotherapy, using a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (GPCCMP)
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You will need a referral from your GP if your condition is considered "chronic"
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The current Medicare rebate is $63.40 per session, for up to 5 visits per calendar year, which resets on the 1st of January (check mbsonline.gov.au for the latest figure, as this is subject to indexation)
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We can process the rebate on-the-spot — you don't need to do anything further
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If you have any questions regarding these Medicare rebates, please call or email us, and we will be more than happy to answer them.
Alternatively, get to your GP and ask for a referral to see a physiotherapist who can help you move well and get back to doing what you love.
This information is a general guide only and is current as at 23/08/2026. Medicare rebate amounts, eligibility criteria and referral requirements are set by Services Australia and are subject to change, including annual indexation. Please confirm current rebate amounts at mbsonline.gov.au and check your eligibility directly with your GP, as individual circumstances may vary.