Is telehealth available for dietetics follow-ups from Bungonia?

Yes, for many follow-ups once the first in-person assessment is done. The trip in is 37 minutes via Jerrara Road, about 42 kilometres, so we use telehealth where it doesn't compromise the plan.

Do I need a referral to see a dietitian?

Not to book privately. A GP referral is only needed to claim Medicare rebates under a Chronic Disease Management plan, or for an Eating Disorder Plan; DVA and NDIS pathways have their own referral requirements.

How is a dietitian different from a nutritionist?

An Accredited Practising Dietitian holds a university degree, is governed by Dietitians Australia, and completes audited ongoing professional development. "Nutritionist" is an unregulated title and a different role. For Medicare-, NDIS-, or DVA-funded nutrition care, an APD is the recognised provider.

Can I get a Medicare rebate for seeing a dietitian?

Yes, with a GP Chronic Disease Management plan, which covers up to five rebated allied-health visits a year across all disciplines. Dietetics is also funded through NDIS and DVA, or you can book privately without a referral. Bring your plan and any recent blood work to the first appointment.

37 minutes from Bungonia

Dietetics in Bungonia.

Name: Goulburn Health Therapy
Address: 37 Ross Street, Goulburn, NSW, 2580, AU
Telephone: (02) 4822 0144
Price range: $$

We treat Bungonia residents from our Goulburn clinic — about 37 minutes and 42 km away.

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Local care

Dietetics for Bungonia residents.

A weekend spent fencing, clearing scrub or on national-park trails around Bungonia takes more out of a body than people expect, and years of that kind of physical work takes a toll on blood pressure, joints and weight. It's a common story on the farms and rural properties out here, alongside the odd fall or strain from outdoor work that lands someone in recovery.

Recovering well after an injury or managing a physical job long-term both come back to what's on the plate — enough protein and energy to heal, a weight and blood-pressure target that's realistic for someone still doing physical work, not a generic cut-back. We work from your actual results and routine to a written plan with a number attached, then check it at follow-up.

It's 37 minutes in via Jerrara Road, about 42 kilometres, similar to the trip from Marulan, Tallong or Tarago, so we plan appointments to be worth that drive rather than routine box-ticking.

Getting here

The drive in from Bungonia.

Bungonia sits south-east of Goulburn, about 42 km from the clinic and roughly 37 minutes away via Jerrara Road. Our clinic is at 37 Ross Street in the centre of Goulburn, with parking on site — an easy trip for a first assessment or a standing block of appointments.

What we treat

What Bungonia patients see us for.

A dietitian is who you see for the food side of medicine. Ours are Accredited Practising Dietitians — the national standard for medical nutrition care — and they work from your actual blood results and day-to-day life to a written plan tied to a number that matters, then follow it up.

Type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes
Type 1 diabetes and diabetes in pregnancy
Heart healthcholesterol, blood pressure
Gut conditionsIBS, IBD, coeliac, reflux
Weight changes, with or without medication
Disordered eatingassessment and team care

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Funding

Ways to pay.

Bungonia residents can use any of these pathways for dietetics, subject to eligibility and the right referral or plan.

Medicare
Private health
DVA
NDIS

Common questions

Questions we get asked a lot.

Is telehealth available for dietetics follow-ups from Bungonia?
Yes, for many follow-ups once the first in-person assessment is done. The trip in is 37 minutes via Jerrara Road, about 42 kilometres, so we use telehealth where it doesn't compromise the plan.
Do I need a referral to see a dietitian?
Not to book privately. A GP referral is only needed to claim Medicare rebates under a Chronic Disease Management plan, or for an Eating Disorder Plan; DVA and NDIS pathways have their own referral requirements.
How is a dietitian different from a nutritionist?
An Accredited Practising Dietitian holds a university degree, is governed by Dietitians Australia, and completes audited ongoing professional development. "Nutritionist" is an unregulated title and a different role. For Medicare-, NDIS-, or DVA-funded nutrition care, an APD is the recognised provider.
Can I get a Medicare rebate for seeing a dietitian?
Yes, with a GP Chronic Disease Management plan, which covers up to five rebated allied-health visits a year across all disciplines. Dietetics is also funded through NDIS and DVA, or you can book privately without a referral. Bring your plan and any recent blood work to the first appointment.