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Referrals

Early referral to hand therapy is encouraged to ensure optimal results.
Private patients 

Private patients 

No referral required.  Private patients with private health extras cover for Occupational Therapy are eligible for a rebate from their health fund.  There will be some out of pocket expenses for the Hand Therapy consultation as well as any consumables, such as splints and dressings.

Medicare

Medicare

Certain patients with complex or chronic medical conditions may be eligible for a Medicare rebate on our service.  Your local doctor will determine your eligibility and provide you with an Enhanced Primary Care plan if appropriate.  There is a small gap fee on our consultation and the cost of any items such as splints or dressings is not covered by Medicare.

Workcover patients

Workcover patients

Workcover patients require a current Work Capacity Certificate.

DVA patients

DVA patients

A GP referral (D904) is needed.  DVA will cover all costs for Gold card holders and specific conditions for White card holders.

REFERRAL FORM DOWNLOAD

Health professionals, download our referral form here.

Information for General Practitioners

We are here to make your job easier.  If you are unsure of whether we can help, please phone and you will be put straight through to one of our experienced therapists who will be able to advise on how we may be able to help your patients.  To find out more about the conditions we treat and what therapy we provide, please download a copy of our referral guide.

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