Great news . . . your out-of-pocket cost for a (referred) consult with any of our Specialist Sport & Exercise Physicians will now be less!
Following a Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) Review by the Department of Health and Aged Care, Specialist Sport & Exercise Physicians have been reclassified as consultant physicians, aligning them with other specialists (like cardiologists and neurologists) under the MBS.
As of July 1, 2025 there are increased Medicare rebates available for consultation with one of our Specialist Sport & Exercise Physicians. As a result of this change, consultation fees may be higher, but the increased Medicare rebates will mean lower out-of-pocket expenses.
Please Note:
- To access the higher rebates, you will need a CURRENT REFERRAL from a registered medical practitioner (GP or other Specialist).
- A NEW REFERRAL is required if you are new to the Clinic, or you are an existing patient and have a new condition.
- A referral is valid for 12 months (per condition) from your initial SEMP appointment.
- There are no changes to the fees or rebates for Sport & Exercise Medicine Physician Registrars.
What is Sport & Exercise Medicine?
Sport & Exercise Medicine is a specialist field of medicine.
Specialist Sport & Exercise Physicians are medical doctors who have completed additional post graduate qualifications. They have received training in broad medical and health science areas beyond medicine, sport and exercise, including orthopaedics, radiology and rehabilitation, as well as associated sport sciences like nutrition, biomechanics, exercise physiology and sports psychology.
Specialist Sport & Exercise Physicians treat a wide range of conditions – including chronic pain, menopause, cancer recovery and mental health challenges – not just sports injuries.
To learn more about each of our Specialist Sport & Exercise Physicians go to: www.alphingtonsportsmed.com.au/our-team/
If you have any questions or would like to make an appointment, please call us on 9481 5744. Or you can book online via: www.alphingtonsportsmed.com.au/online-bookings
