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What is a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Plan?

A Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan is a Medicare initiative designed to support people living with chronic or complex health conditions. If you’re eligible, your GP can refer you for up to 5 subsidised allied health appointments per calendar year, which may include physiotherapy.

This can be a valuable support for managing ongoing musculoskeletal pain, injuries, and long-term conditions.

How a CDM Plan Can Support You

Financial support for physiotherapy
With a valid CDM referral, Medicare provides a rebate for up to 5 physiotherapy sessions per year. We are not a bulk-billing clinic, so a gap fee applies.

Medicare-funded appointments are allocated 20 minutes; however, we take a more thorough approach — 60 minutes for initial consultations and 30–40 minutes for follow-ups, hence the gap fee — to ensure high-quality, individualised care.

Personalised physiotherapy care
Your physiotherapy sessions are tailored to your specific needs and goals. We focus on managing chronic conditions, addressing musculoskeletal injuries, improving function, and supporting long-term movement and strength.

A collaborative, holistic approach
CDM plans encourage a team-based approach to healthcare. We work closely with your GP and other healthcare providers to ensure your physiotherapy fits within your broader health plan, supporting both your physical wellbeing and overall quality of life.

Long-term health and self-management
A CDM plan isn’t just about short-term symptom relief. Our focus is on helping you build sustainable strategies for pain management, injury prevention, and maintaining strength, mobility, and confidence over time.

How We Can Help You:

  • Initial Assessment: During your initial physiotherapy consultation, we will conduct a thorough assessment to understand your musculoskeletal injury and chronic health conditions. We will work with you to develop a tailored treatment plan that meets your specific needs and goals.

  • Processing Your CDM Plan: If you bring your CDM documents from your GP, we will help you process your plan with Medicare, ensuring that you receive the rebates you’re entitled to for your physiotherapy sessions. To do this you will also need to bring along your medicare card and physical debit card for the rebate to be processed on the spot.

  • Personalised Treatment Plans: We provide a range of physiotherapy treatments and services, including manual therapy, exercise rehabilitation, and dry needling, to address your injury and chronic conditions effectively.

  • Ongoing Support and Follow-Up: We offer regular follow-up appointments to monitor your progress, adjust your treatment plan as needed, and provide ongoing support to help you achieve your health and recovery goals.

  • Education and Advice: We will educate you on body mechanics, injury prevention, and self-management strategies to support your recovery and maintain your health in the long term.

If you think you may be eligible for the CDM program, please discuss this option with your GP at your next visit. If approved, bring your CDM referral, Medicare Card and any relevant documents to your physiotherapy appointment so we can process your plan with Medicare and start your journey towards recovery.

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FAQ'S

FAQ'S

  • During your first session, we will conduct a thorough assessment to understand your condition, discuss your health history, and set your treatment goals. This helps us create a personalised treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.

  • An CDM, or Chronic Disease Management plan, is an Australian Medicare program that provides rebates for up to 5 allied health services per year, such as physiotherapy, for individuals with chronic conditions and complex care needs. To access these services, you will need a referral from your GP, listing us as your preferred provider for physiotherapy.

  • Yes, if you plan to claim through Medicare you will need a current referral from your GP. Once you have the paperwork you can forward it to us at info@kaylanawellnesscollective.com prior to your appointment.

  • Through the CDM program, you can access various allied health services, including physiotherapy, dietetics, podiatry, and more, depending on your specific needs as assessed by your GP.

  • Yes, physiotherapy is highly effective in managing chronic pain. We use a combination of manual therapy, exercises, and education to help you reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life.

  • Neck, Shoulder, and Upper Body:

    • Neck Pain

    • Shoulder Pain - Rotator cuff/shoulder tendons

    • Shoulder instabilities/labral pathology/SLAP lesions

    • Whiplash

    • Wry Neck

    • Headaches & Migraines

    • Tennis & Golfers Elbow

    • Upper Back Pain

    Spine and Back:

    • Lower Back Pain

    • Disc bulges and related injuries

    • Sciatica

    • Hypermobility

    • Chronic Pain Management Plan

    • Juvenile and Adult Arthritis

    • Orthopaedic Rehabilitation

    Hip and Pelvis:

    • Hip Pain

    • Hip Osteoarthritis

    • Gluteal Tendinopathy and Hip Bursitis

    • Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy

    • Groin Pain

    • Women’s Health Physiotherapy

    • Pre & Postnatal Care and Exercise

    Knee and Leg:

    • Knee Pain – Patellofemoral pain, ITB pain and Patella Tendinopathy

    • Knee Osteoarthritis

    • Muscular Strains and Injuries – calf, quadriceps, hamstring

    • Bone Stress Injuries

    • Falls Risk Assessment & Prevention

    • Hip, Knee & Ankle Injuries

    Foot and Ankle:

    • Heel Pain – Achilles Tendinopathy and Plantar Fasciitis

    • Ankle sprains

    • Ankle Instability

    • Morton's Neuroma

    • Shin Splints

    General and Sports-Related:

    • Sports Injuries

    • ACL, meniscal and ligamentous injuries in knees

    • Return-to-Sport Rehabilitation

    • Injury Prevention Programs

    • Running Assessments

    • Sports Performance Enhancement

    • Gym-Based Programs

    • Powerlifting Programs

    Treatment modalities that we use include:

    Together, we will create a personalised treatment plan that’s as unique as you are, designed to fit your specific needs, goals, and lifestyle.

    • Joint Mobilisation Therapy

    • Spinal Mobilisation Therapy

    • Massage Therapy

    • Postural Assessment and Advice

    • Education

    • Targeted Exercise Programs

    • Core Stability Training

    • Ergonomic and Workstation Assessments

    • GEMt Dry Needling

    • Muscle Energy Techniques

    • McKenzie Method for Acute and Chronic Low Back Pain

    • Strength and Rehabilitation Training

    • Pilates for Rehabilitation and Fitness

    • Balance Training and Re-education

    • Gait (Walking/Running) Retraining

    • Sports Taping and Boot Fitting

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