Medicare dietitian services
Medicare-rebated dietitian sessions with a chronic condition management plan from your GP, in clinic, at home or by telehealth.
$63.40 rebate per session. Clinics in Logan, Ipswich and Redlands, home visits and telehealth. No waitlist.
Medicare-rebated nutrition consultations in clinic, at home and by telehealth across South East Queensland.
Nutrition care on a chronic condition management plan
A chronic condition management plan is your GP’s way of connecting you with allied health support. If it includes a dietitian referral, Medicare covers part of up to 5 sessions a year. We confirm your out-of-pocket cost before you book, build a plan you can actually follow, and keep your GP in the loop.
Client-focused care from a team of three Accredited Practising Dietitians, so you are supported while working towards the outcomes you want.
Sound familiar?
A few of the things people say to us before their first appointment.
“My GP mentioned a plan but I am not sure what it covers.”
If your plan includes a dietitian referral, you can access up to 5 Medicare-rebated sessions per calendar year. We will help you understand what is available.
“I have been putting off seeing a dietitian because of the cost.”
Medicare covers $63.40 of each session. We are upfront about pricing so you know your out-of-pocket before you book.
“My GP told me to see a dietitian but I do not know where to start.”
Book a free discovery call and we will walk you through it. If you already have your referral, book your first appointment straight away.
“I want someone who explains things, not just hands me a sheet of paper.”
We take the time to understand your situation, then build a plan you can follow and keep your GP updated on your progress.
What can a Medicare dietitian help with?
If your GP has included a dietitian in your plan, our dietitians commonly help with the following. Our team includes Monash University Low FODMAP trained dietitians for IBS.
- Type 2 diabetes, blood sugar control and medication support
- Heart disease, cholesterol and blood pressure
- Chronic kidney disease
- IBS and low FODMAP therapy
- IBD including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
- Weight management at your own pace
- Nutrition support alongside GLP-1 medications
- Malnutrition and unintentional weight loss
- COPD and respiratory conditions
- Cancer nutrition during and after treatment
How it works
Your GP prepares a Chronic Condition Management Plan (previously a GPMP/TCA or EPC plan) with a referral to a dietitian. From there, we take care of the rest.
The rebate
$63.40 per session (item 10954), up to 5 allied health sessions per calendar year, shared across any allied health on your plan.
Your cost
Initial $145 with a Dietitian or $165 with our Senior Dietitian, less the rebate. Reviews $95 or $105. Full schedule on our fees page.
Private health extras
If your Medicare sessions run out, claim on the spot through your extras cover instead.
Getting started
Four steps from your GP referral to ongoing support.
- Ask your GP for a plan and dietitian referralA standard GP appointment is all it takes.
- Book your first appointmentOnline, by phone, or start with a free discovery call.
- First sessionA full assessment in clinic, at home or by telehealth.
- Follow-up sessionsUsed where they will help most, with your GP kept informed.
Not sure if you qualify?
If you have a chronic health condition, there is a good chance your GP can set up a plan for you.
- Free 15-minute discovery callBook a free discovery call with Andrew or Shayan online and we will help you work it out.
- Already have your referral?Book online with Andrew or Shayan. Appointments with Georgia are arranged by phone or through our enquiry form.
- Call us07 5616 6549
Medicare dietitian questions
Can I see a dietitian through Medicare?
Yes. If you have a chronic health condition, your GP can prepare a chronic disease management plan (EPC plan) with a dietitian referral. Medicare rebates up to 5 sessions per calendar year.
How many Medicare dietitian sessions can I have?
Up to 5 allied health sessions per calendar year, shared across all allied health services on the plan. If you also see a physiotherapist or psychologist under the same plan, those count toward the same total.
What does a Medicare dietitian appointment cost?
The same fees as private: standard initial $145 with Shayan or Georgia and $165 with Andrew at our Ipswich clinic ($145 with Andrew elsewhere), complex initial $190, reviews $95 with Shayan or Georgia and $105 with Andrew at Ipswich ($95 elsewhere). Medicare rebates $63.40 per session, and we confirm your exact out-of-pocket cost before your first appointment. Private health extras may let you claim further on top.
What conditions qualify for Medicare dietitian sessions?
Any chronic health condition lasting or expected to last 6 months or more, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney disease, IBS, IBD, COPD, obesity, malnutrition and cancer. Your GP decides whether your condition qualifies.
Do I need a referral to see a dietitian on Medicare?
Yes, a GP referral as part of a chronic disease management plan (EPC plan). Without one, Medicare rebates do not apply, but you can still see us as a private patient.
What is a chronic disease management plan?
Now called a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (or an earlier GPMP/TCA, also called an EPC plan), it is a plan your GP prepares when you have a chronic condition. It sets out your health goals and includes referrals to allied health professionals like dietitians. Your GP can set it up during a standard appointment.
Do you provide home visits for Medicare patients?
Yes, across Logan, Ipswich, Redlands and surrounding areas, and Medicare rebates apply to home visits just as they do in clinic or by telehealth. Telehealth is available anywhere in Australia.
Can I see a dietitian without Medicare or a referral?
Yes. You can book as a private patient at any time, with initial consultations from $145. See our private dietitian page for full pricing.