Medicare typically does not pay for podiatry services. However, you might be able to access podiatry services through a Medicare enhanced primary care plan if you have a chronic medical condition like diabetes or osteoarthritis. A referral from a general practitioner is necessary to access the programme.

Heel pain (plantar fasciitis), diabetes-related foot complications, ankle and foot arthritis, nerve issues, tendonitis, hammertoes, flat feet, nail issues, bunions, warts, fungus, fractures, and sprains are some of the medical conditions that podiatrists treat.

Podiatrists specialise in particular body parts. It would be best to see a podiatrist rather than a doctor if you have a problem with your body that affects your foot or ankle. The anatomy of the foot can be challenging.

Although a referral is not required to see a podiatrist, for some patients it can result in cost savings. There are several programmes available in Australia that could help pay for some or all of the costs of receiving podiatric care.

Is podiatry covered by Medicare? Yes, BUT only to those who qualify and are recommended by a doctor. In 2004, Medicare introduced a programme for people with long-term medical conditions like diabetes, long-term arthritis, and vascular disease.

Bunions, corns, calluses, hammertoes, ingrown, thickened, or discoloured nails, diabetic foot conditions, poor circulation, and heel pain are some of the most prevalent foot issues among older adults. You can maintain the health of your feet as you age by scheduling routine visits with a podiatrist.

Signs and Symptoms That Need Medical Attention

1. Constant foot pain or swelling.
2. Inability or difficulty walking or bearing weight.
3. Frequently feeling numb or tingly.
4. Infections in your feet.
5. Excruciating foot pain.
6. Open wounds that are difficult to heal.
7. Warm and tender spots on your feet, especially if you have a fever.

While you might be able to trim your toenails properly at home, you can also make an appointment with the podiatrists at Bellevue Podiatry. Many previously unperformed preventive measures are also carried out during this visit.

Medicare will pay for a podiatrist to trim your toenails. As long as they adhere to Medicare’s toenail-cutting guidelines, beneficiaries are permitted to schedule appointments every 61 days. Since Medicare won’t pay for toenail cutting for healthy people, you must have a medical condition that makes this service necessary.

Your lower legs, ankles, and feet will all be thoroughly examined by your podiatrist. In addition to looking for any skin or nail conditions like warts, fungal infections, discoloration, corns, bunions, or blisters, they will also look for indications of poor circulation in the feet and lower legs.