Clear, upfront costs — no surprises
Pay at the time of service by card. Home Care Package billing available for eligible clients.
Comprehensive Lower Limb Health Assessment
This appointment is recommended for new patients or individuals requiring a comprehensive assessment of foot and lower limb health.
$330
~60 minutes
Includes home visit, consumables & travel.
These assessments are repeated annually (at no extra cost after your initial consultation)
- Vascular screening of the lower limbs (ABPI or TBPI) or to establish baseline
- Neurological foot assessment
- Dermatoscopic examination of skin lesions of the foot and lower leg
- Fungal nail diagnostic testing when indicated (onsite)
- Comprehensive podiatry treatment
- Wound care assessment, treatment and management if required
- Written report to your GP and/or relevant specialist
- Development of a comprehensive management plan for ongoing foot and lower limb health.
This assessment helps identify circulatory, neurological, musculoskeletal, dermatological and nail conditions that may impact foot health, mobility and overall wellbeing.
Follow-Up Podiatry Consultation
Follow-up consultations focus on ongoing foot care, monitoring, and
preventative management.
$290
~40 minutes
Includes home visit, consumables & travel.
- Routine nail and skin care
- Management of thickened or difficult nails
- Monitoring of circulation and skin conditions
- Wound care assessment, treatment and management if required
- Preventative foot health advice
Follow-up visits are typically recommended every 8–10 weeks, depending on individual patient requirements.
Funding Options and Referrals
Home Base Podiatry provides mobile podiatry services across Brisbane and surrounding areas in Queensland. Consultations are delivered in the comfort of your home and may be accessed privately or through a range of funding programs.
Private Patients
Many clients access podiatry services privately.
Private consultations include a comprehensive foot and lower limb health assessment and treatment delivered during a home visit. All consultation fees include travel within the service area.
Private patients may also be eligible to claim rebates through their private health insurance extras cover, depending on their level of cover.
Private Health Insurance
Clients with extras cover for podiatry may be able to claim a rebate for consultations.
Home Base Podiatry uses a portable Tyro machine, allowing on-the-spot claims for eligible private health funds and Medicare claims during your appointment.
If there is a gap payment after your claim has been processed, this can also be paid at the time of your appointment. A receipt can also be provided for clients who prefer to submit claims directly through their private health insurer.
Rebate amounts vary depending on your health fund, level of cover, and individual eligibility.
Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Plans (Medicare)
Patients with certain chronic medical conditions may be eligible for Medicare rebates through a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Plan, arranged by their General Practitioner (GP).
Under this program:
- Eligible patients may access up to five allied health visits per calendar year
- These visits are shared across all allied health providers (such as podiatry, physiotherapy or dietetics)
- A Medicare rebate is available for each eligible visit
Because Home Base Podiatry provides mobile consultations, a gap payment will apply between the Medicare rebate and the consultation fee. Patients must have a valid CDM referral from their GP prior to the appointment to claim the Medicare rebate. Private patients may also be eligible to claim rebates through their private health insurance extras cover, depending on their level of cover.
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Home Base Podiatry can provide podiatry services for participants of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) where podiatry supports mobility, health or independence.
Services may be available for participants who are:
- Self-managed
- Plan-managed
NDIS participants in Queensland should discuss podiatry services with their support coordinator or plan manager to determine whether podiatry can be funded within their plan.
Support at Home
Older Australians living at home may be eligible for podiatry services through Support at Home which are coordinated through My Aged Care. Support at Home provide funding to support people to live independently at home and may include allied health services such as podiatry.
Home Base Podiatry can work with:
- Support At Home providers
- Care coordinators
to arrange podiatry consultations in the client’s home. For information about eligibility for Home Care Packages in Queensland, visit: My Aged Care
https://www.myagedcare.gov.au
Your Home Care Package provider or care coordinator can assist with organising podiatry services as part of your care plan.
Residential Aged Care
Home Base Podiatry also provides podiatry services to residents living in residential aged care facilities across Queensland.
Services can be arranged through the facility, care coordinator, or by family members organising care for residents.
Referrals
Referrals are welcome from:
- General Practitioners
- Home Care Package providers
- NDIS support coordinators
- Residential aged care facilities
- Allied health professionals
- Family members organising care
Booking an Appointment
To arrange a consultation or discuss eligibility through funding programs, please contact Home Base Podiatry to discuss your needs.
