New change to the Medicare Benefits Schedule

From 1 July 2025, Medicare rebates for Sport and Exercise Physician (SEP) consultations will increase – recognising the time, complexity and value of SEP-led care.

While referrals to SEPs have always been possible, this change better supports that care by providing greater Medicare rebates to referred patients. SEPs treat a wide range of conditions – including chronic pain, menopause, cancer recovery and mental health challenges – not just sports injuries.

Find out more on when to refer, why to refer and what patients should see an SEP, including case studies of SEM treatment by revered ACSEP Fellows. Click to view the site, via the button below: