Chiropractic Costs and Health Fund Rebates
Transparent pricing, health fund rebate information, and everything you need to know about the cost of chiropractic care at Stapleton Chiropractic in Adelaide.
10 questions answeredAcross Adelaide, initial chiropractic consultations typically range from $60 to $100, with standard visits between $45 and $90. Stapleton Chiropractic's fees are competitively positioned in the lower-to-mid range:
Standard visit (up to 15 min): $60
Most patients with private health insurance extras cover receive a rebate, reducing the out-of-pocket cost. We accept all major private health funds.
Yes. Chiropractic is covered under the "extras" (ancillary) component of most Australian private health insurance policies. If your policy includes extras cover with a chiropractic benefit, you'll receive a rebate for each visit. No GP referral is required to claim.
The amount you get back depends on your specific fund and tier level. We accept all registered Australian health funds.
We accept all registered Australian health funds. This includes Bupa, Medibank, HCF, NIB, CBHS, Health Partners, Australian Unity, Teachers Health, Defence Health, Police Health, GMHBA, Westfund, and all other registered providers.
If you're unsure whether your fund covers chiropractic, check your extras cover details or call us on (08) 8297 5277 and we can help you work it out.
Rebate amounts vary between funds and policy tiers. Based on industry data, the average chiropractic rebate is approximately $33 per visit, though mid-to-higher tier policies often return significantly more. Here's a general guide applied to our fees:
Standard visit ($60): Typical rebate $30-$36, estimated gap $24-$30
Some funds, such as Medibank and HCF, offer 100% back on your first consultation per year with participating providers. Check your policy or call your fund for your exact entitlements. Annual limits typically range from $200 to $1,400 or more, and reset on 1 January each year.
We accept all major private health funds. After each visit, we provide a detailed itemised receipt that you can use to claim your rebate directly with your fund through their app, member portal, or website. Most funds process rebates quickly, and many offer real-time claiming via their own smartphone apps.
The amount you receive back depends on your specific fund and policy tier. If you're unsure what your extras cover includes, check your policy details or call your fund before your appointment.
The "gap" is the difference between the consultation fee and the amount your health fund rebates. For example, if a $60 standard visit attracts a $33 rebate, your gap payment would be $27. This is the amount you pay at the time of your visit.
Your exact gap depends on your health fund and policy tier. Some higher-tier policies or preferred provider arrangements can reduce the gap significantly.
Yes, we offer prepaid visit packages for patients on structured treatment plans. The key thing to know is our refund policy: any unused sessions are refunded in full. There is no lock-in, and you are never penalised for not using all prepaid visits.
We believe in transparent care. If your condition resolves faster than expected or your circumstances change, your unused credit is returned to you. Full terms and conditions are provided before any package purchase.
Just your health fund membership details (physical card, digital card in Apple Wallet/Google Pay, or your membership number). After your visit, we'll provide an itemised receipt you can use to claim directly with your fund through their app, website, or by post.
Most Australian health funds apply a two-month waiting period for chiropractic under extras cover. This means you'll need to have held your policy for at least two months before you can claim chiropractic benefits. Some funds offer reduced or waived waiting periods for new members transferring from another fund. Check with your specific health fund for details.
Most extras policies have an annual dollar limit rather than a visit limit. This means you can claim until you reach your annual cap. Typical limits range from $200 to $1,400 or more per year, depending on your tier. Many policies combine chiropractic with other allied health services (physiotherapy, osteopathy, remedial massage), so your chiropractic claims may share a limit with those services.
Annual limits reset on 1 January each year. Unused amounts do not carry over.
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