Exercise physiology in South Melbourne can be funded through several pathways: a Medicare Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan from your GP, your private health insurance extras, the NDIS, or a WorkCover, TAC or DVA claim. Which one applies depends on why you need it — managing a chronic condition, recovering from a work or transport injury, or building capacity under a disability plan. At Revolution Personal Training (17A Market Street, South Melbourne), our ESSA-accredited exercise physiologists work across all of these funding streams and help you navigate the paperwork. Here’s how each one works.

Does Medicare cover exercise physiology?

Yes. Medicare subsidises exercise physiology when your GP refers you under a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan — also called a GP Management Plan and Team Care Arrangement. You can receive up to five Medicare-subsidised allied health sessions per calendar year (shared across all allied health providers you see), with a set Medicare rebate per session and a small out-of-pocket gap. CDM funding is designed for chronic conditions lasting six months or more — such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, osteoporosis and other musculoskeletal or metabolic conditions. Ask your GP whether a CDM plan that includes exercise physiology is right for you; no specialist referral is needed. Our team at Revolution Personal Training accepts CDM referrals and can liaise with your GP.

Is exercise physiology covered by the NDIS?

Yes. Exercise physiology is funded under the NDIS as a Capacity Building support, helping participants move more safely and confidently in everyday life. We work with plan-managed, self-managed and agency-managed participants. An accredited exercise physiologist assesses how your body moves and functions, then designs a personalised program aligned to your NDIS goals — improving strength, mobility, independence and overall health. If exercise physiology is in your plan, you can book directly; if you’re unsure, bring your plan or talk to your plan manager. Revolution Personal Training delivers NDIS exercise physiology from our South Melbourne studio.

Can you claim exercise physiology through WorkCover, TAC or DVA?

Yes. If you’ve been injured at work, in a transport accident, or you’re a veteran, exercise physiology is commonly funded through WorkCover, the TAC, or the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA), usually with a referral from your GP or case manager. Exercise physiology is a core part of return-to-work and rehabilitation programs because it uses active, progressive exercise to restore function, reduce pain and prevent re-injury — and it’s well-suited to compensable injuries that need longer-term management. We handle the reporting and liaise with your case manager so you can focus on recovery. DVA clients (White or Gold Card) can access exercise physiology with a referral under the relevant DVA arrangement.

Will private health insurance pay for exercise physiology?

Often, yes. If your private health policy includes “exercise physiology” under extras cover, you can claim a rebate on each session — the amount depends on your fund and level of cover, and you don’t need a GP referral to claim through private health. This is a good option if you don’t qualify for a Medicare CDM plan but still want accredited, evidence-based exercise care. Check your policy for “exercise physiology” specifically (it’s separate from “physiotherapy”), and we can provide the receipts you need to claim.

What if I don’t have any funding — what does it cost?

You don’t need funding to see an exercise physiologist. At Revolution Personal Training, an initial exercise physiology consultation (60 minutes) is $176, and follow-up sessions range from roughly $98 to $176 depending on length and format. If you have private health extras you may be able to claim part of that back. For current pricing and to find the right option for your situation, call 1300 362 311 or book online via Halaxy.

Exercise physiology vs physiotherapy — which funding and which service?

They’re different services and your funding can usually be used for either. Physiotherapy tends to be hands-on and acute — treating an injury soon after it happens. Exercise physiology is active and longer-term — using prescribed exercise to manage chronic conditions, rebuild capacity and prevent recurrence. For ongoing conditions, return-to-work and capacity building, exercise physiology is often the better fit, and Medicare CDM, NDIS, WorkCover, TAC, DVA and private health all recognise it. If you’re not sure which you need, our exercise physiologists can point you in the right direction.

How to get started with funded exercise physiology in South Melbourne

The first step depends on your pathway: for Medicare, ask your GP for a CDM plan that includes exercise physiology; for NDIS, check your plan or speak to your plan manager; for WorkCover, TAC or DVA, get a referral from your GP or case manager; for private health, just check your extras cover. Then book an initial consultation with our ESSA-accredited team. Revolution Personal Training is at 17A Market Street, South Melbourne, with a 5.0-star Google rating from 126+ reviews, open Monday to Thursday 5:30am–8:15pm, Friday 5:30am–7:00pm and Saturday 7:00am–1:00pm. Call 1300 362 311 or see our exercise physiology page to learn more and book.