Frequently Asked Questions
We deal with foot and leg related problems. We meet with you to determine the nature of your problem and design a remedy and maintenance program for you. This may include a once only visit, treatment program, personalised fitting for orthotics or special shoe wear, a specially designed exercise program, liaison with your doctor for specialist referrals or specialised treatments.
No. You can make an appointment the same way you do with your GP as podiatrists aren't classified as “specialists” under the medical referral system. Call or email our friendly reception staff and they will make a time for you to see a podiatrist.
Yes. Private health funds do cover podiatry but it will depend on your level of cover as to whether you are eligible to claim for these services. You will need to contact your health fund to find out about your personal entitlements to podiatry fees. Our HICAPS facility allows us to directly claim from your private health fund at the time of your treatment. All you need to pay is the ‘GAP’.
There are some circumstances where Medicare will pay a percentage of the podiatry fees—for example if you have been classified by your doctor as having a chronic medical condition [such as diabetes] and an Enhanced Primary Care Plan has been lodged with Medicare by your doctor. This plan may entitle you to 5 podiatric visits a year. This is solely your doctor’s decision. If you think this may apply to you, then you will need to firstly contact your doctor to make the necessary arrangements and then contact Feet First for your podiatry care program. Our HICAPS facility allows for an on-the-spot Medicare refund.
We accept cash or most recognised credit, debit and EFTPOS cards [except for Diners Club and American Express]. Personal cheques are accepted only with approval prior to your appointment.
Yes. Our Leichhardt clinic also allows for disabled parking and wheelchair access from the car park. |
