What it is:
A referral from your GP to see a dietitian as part of a chronic disease management plan (GPMP + TCA).
Eligibility:
You must have a chronic medical condition (e.g. diabetes, obesity, heart disease).
Number of sessions:
You can access up to 5 allied health sessions per calendar year (shared across all allied health professionals).
Rebate:
You receive a Medicare rebate of $60.35 per session.
Cost:
Telehealth session will be bulk billed which means there is no cost to you.
Face to Face sessions, you pay the gap between the provider’s fee and the rebate.
Referral required:
Your GP must complete a care plan and provide a written referral for each service.
Department of Veteran Affairs Referral
Department of Veteran Affairs Referral
Department of Veteran Affairs Referral
DVA Dietitian Referral – (Australia)
What it is:
A referral from a GP or specialist allowing eligible DVA Gold or White Card holders to see a dietitian under the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) health program.
Eligibility:
Gold Card holders: Fully eligible for clinically necessary dietitian services, regardless of the condition.
White Card holders: Eligible if the service relates to their accepted service-related condition.
Number of sessions:
Typically 6 initial sessions per calendar year.
Can be extended up to 12 sessions or more, based on clinical need — additional sessions must be justified and approved by DVA.
Cost:
No out-of-pocket cost (no gap fee) for the veteran.
Dietitians bill DVA directly using DVA item numbers.
Referral process:
A D904 referral form (or equivalent written referral) is completed by the GP.
Referral is usually valid for 12 months or for the specified number of sessions.
National Disability Insurance Scheme
Department of Veteran Affairs Referral
National Disability Insurance Scheme
NDIS Dietitian Referral – (Australia)
What it is:
Access to dietitian services funded through an NDIS plan, for eligible participants with a disability-related nutritional need.
Eligibility:
Must be an NDIS participant with a current, approved plan.
Dietitian services must be related to the participant’s disability and included under their plan goals.
Services are usually funded under:
Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living
Or sometimes Core Supports, depending on the participant's goals and funding flexibility.
Number of sessions:
The number of sessions depends on the funding allocated in the plan and how it is managed (NDIA-managed, plan-managed, or self-managed).
Frequency and duration are based on clinical need and funding availability.
Cost:
Sessions are fully covered under NDIS if funding is available — no out-of-pocket cost to the participant.
Dietitians charge according to the NDIS price guide (currently around $193.99/hour, subject to updates).
Referral process:
No GP referral is required.
A service agreement is established directly between the participant (or their nominee) and the dietitian.
The dietitian may request a copy of the NDIS plan goals or a support coordinator’s contact.
What it is:
An individual can book a dietitian appointment privately, without needing a GP referral. This is known as a self-referral.
Eligibility:
Anyone can access private dietitian services — no specific eligibility criteria.
Suitable for general nutrition advice, weight management, sports nutrition, digestive issues, food intolerances, and more.
Number of sessions:
Flexible — the number and frequency of sessions are determined by personal goals and clinical need.
No annual session limits apply.
Cost:
Private fees (typically $80–$110 per session, depending on duration and if it is an initial or review session).
No Medicare rebate unless under a care plan or other program.
Clients may use private health insurance with extras cover:
Rebate amounts vary depending on the insurer and level of cover.
Some funds require a minimum waiting period before claiming.
Referral process:
No referral needed — clients can contact the dietitian directly to book.
Outreach
Private Referral
Outreach
CheckUp Australia Outreach Dietitian Referral
What it is:
A referral for dietitian services delivered through CheckUp Australia’s Outreach Program, which aims to improve access to allied health care in rural and remote communities.
Eligibility:
Available to people living in eligible rural and remote areas.
Priority is given to individuals who have limited access to local dietitian services and would benefit from outreach care.
A referral from a GP, Aboriginal Medical Service, nurse, or local health worker is usually required.
Number of sessions:
Session availability varies depending on local demand and funding.
Typically, patients can access periodic sessions during scheduled outreach visits to their community.
Cost:
No cost to the patient — services are fully funded through the Outreach Program.
No out-of-pocket fees or gap payments.
Referral process:
A referral form is completed by a local GP, nurse, or service provider.
Referrals are submitted to the outreach dietitian team prior to scheduled visits.
Patients are then contacted to confirm appointments.
Service Areas We Cover:
Our outreach dietitians visit and provide services in:
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