Podiatry fees
Effective 1 July 2026
Podiatry services can be invoiced online via HICAPS Digital for next business day payments.
2026/27 rates
| Service Description | TAC Item Number | Maximum Payment Rate |
|---|---|---|
| In Room Consultations | ||
| Initial consultation | F002 | $76.15 |
| Standard consultation – up to 30 minutes | F012 | $60.93 |
| Long consultation – 31 to 45 minutes | F014 | $91.25 |
| Prolonged consultation – 46 minutes and above | F016 | $121.68 |
| Out of Rooms Consultations | ||
| Initial consultation | F023 | $106.54 |
| Standard consultation – up to 30 minutes | F033 | $91.25 |
| Long consultation – 31 to 45 minutes | F034 | $121.68 |
| Prolonged consultation | F035 | $151.90 |
| Telehealth | ||
| Initial consultation | F002T | $76.15 |
| Standard consultation – up to 30 minutes | F012T | $60.93 |
| Long consultation – 31 to 45 minutes | F014T | $91.25 |
| Prolonged consultation – 46 minutes and above | F016T | $121.68 |
| Biomechanical Examination | ||
| Biomechanical Assessment (includes F111, F114, F117) | F118 | $214.04 |
| Items F101, F104, F111, F114, F115, F116, F117, F121, F141, F142, F145, F147, F148, F163, F361 to be charged as per consultations. | ||
| ORTHOMECHANICAL SERVICES & PROCEDURES (NB: Prior TAC approval required for these services) | ||
| Impressions and Models | ||
| Negative impression cast – foot | F301 | $90.75 |
| Negative impression cast – foot & lower 1/3 of leg | F303 | $111.18 |
| Prescription Orthoses | ||
| Ankle-foot orthosis | F201 | $647.42 |
| Orthodigital traction device | F211 | $177.07 |
| Custom moulded thermoplastic orthosis (including cast and posting) | F221 | $328.91 |
| Heel stabiliser, made to plaster model | F227 | $185.18 |
| Cushioning orthosis | F261 | $57.85 |
| Pressure relief orthosis | F263 | $142.03 |
| Custom moulded thermoplastic orthosis (including cast and accommodating) | F265 | $218.11 |
| Moulded thermoplastic orthosis – non cast | F267 | $164.69 |
| Heel lift | F269 | $47.51 |
| Interior shoe padding | F271 | $47.51 |
| Protective device | F341 | |
| Prefabricated Orthoses | ||
| Heel stabiliser | F229 | $100.93 |
| Pre-moulded or pre-formed orthosis | F240 | $164.69 |
| Orthoses Modification and Repairs | ||
| Orthosis repair – not otherwise specified | F231* | $68.18 |
| Orthosis repair – plain | F381* | $41.16 |
| Orthosis cover – with soft tissue supplement | F383 | $59.84 |
| Orthosis post – forefoot or rear foot | F385 | $35.25 |
| Prosthetic Devices | ||
| Simple digital or partial prosthesis | F351 | $177.07 |
| Splints | ||
| Dennis Browne splint | F281 | $209.68 |
| Galley splint | F282 | $275.57 |
| Counter Rotation system | F283 | $795.15 |
| Immobilisation splint, thermoplastic, plaster, or other; below knee | F311 | $195.51 |
| Immobilisation splint, thermoplastic, plaster, or other; ankle/foot | F312 | $160.42 |
| Immobilisation splint, thermoplastic, plaster, or other; above knee | F315 | $240.78 |
| Traction and training devices (eg. HAV splints) | F331 | |
| FOOTWEAR – F008, F025, F019 & F037 to be charged as consultations | ||
| PODIATRIC SURGERY (NB: Prior TAC approval required for these services) | ||
| Foreign body removal (subcutaneous) | F429# | $250.69 |
| Foreign body removal (deep to deep fascia) | F430 | $532.16 |
| Avulsion of toenail | F440# | $195.51 |
| Excision, benign lesion | F445# | $405.28 |
| Excision nail and/or nail matrix, partial, for permanent removal | F474 | $464.98 |
| Excision nail and/or nail matrix, complete, for permanent removal | F475 | $646.24 |
| Excision or plastic correction of peri-ungual tissue | F476 | $386.61 |
| Linear repair | F492 | $207.61 |
| Adjacent tissue transfer | F502 | $691.35 |
| Nail root and matrix resection with matrix sterilisation (single edge) | F546# | $236.07 |
| Nail root and matrix resection with matrix sterilisation (total nail) | F547# | $423.57 |
| Incision of soft tissue abscess (superficial) | F561# | $58.76 |
| Incision of soft tissue abscess (deep or complicated) | F562 | $375.96 |
| Percutaneous tenotomy | F678 | $362.95 |
| Open tenotomy | F687 | $439.87 |
| Capsulotomy or arthrotomy (exploration, drainage, or dislocation reduction) | F689 | $624.68 |
| Ligament / capsular repair (digital) | F692 | $624.68 |
| Ligament / capsular repair (mid foot / rear foot) | F694 | $1,117.43 |
| Plantar fasciotomy | F698 | $1,031.41 |
| Plantar fasciectomy | F699 | $1,031.41 |
| Neurectomy of peripheral nerve | F702 | $827.70 |
| Neurolysis of peripheral nerve | F703 | $755.98 |
| Excision of cyst or small ganglion | F704 | $496.86 |
| Tenosynovectomy | F705 | $725.52 |
| Tendon transfer or transplantation (forefoot insertion) | F750 | $879.33 |
| Tendon transfer or transplantation (rear foot insertion) | F752 | $1,018.86 |
| Tenoplasty (digital insertion) | F755 | $439.87 |
| Tenoplasty (mid foot insertion) | F757 | $803.21 |
| Tenoplasty (rear foot insertion) | F759 | $973.72 |
| Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumour (forefoot) | F712 | $906.97 |
| Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumour (rear foot) | F713 | $906.97 |
| Primary metatarsal osteectomy | F715 | $906.97 |
| Lesser metatarsal osteectomy | F716 | $906.97 |
| Lesser tarsal osteectomy | F720 | $906.97 |
| Tarsal osteectomy | F721 | $906.97 |
| Phalangeal osteectomy | F725 | $706.77 |
| Digital resection (supernumerary or other) | F728 | $550.92 |
| Tarsal resection | F733 | $906.97 |
| Excision of accessory ossicle (partial or total) | F736 | $795.11 |
| Digital arthroplasty | F739 | $440.02 |
| Metatarsophalangeal arthroplasty | F742 | $1,190.34 |
| Excision of tarsal coalition | F791 | $1,258.68 |
| Primary metatarsal osteotomy (distal) | F782 | $1,316.77 |
| Primary metatarsal osteotomy (proximal) | F783 | $1,423.36 |
| Lesser metatarsal osteotomy (distal) | F784 | $1,121.62 |
| Lesser metatarsal osteotomy (proximal) | F785 | $1,121.62 |
| Phalangeal osteotomy | F786 | $1,121.62 |
| Tarsal osteotomy | F787 | $1,423.36 |
| Insertion of internal fixation | F793 | $308.93 |
| Removal of buried wire or screw | F794 | $355.61 |
| Removal of buried plate or rod | F795 | $589.77 |
| Metatarsophalangeal arthrodesis | F852 | $1,292.36 |
| Tarso-metatarsal arthrodesis | F854 | $1,292.36 |
| Interphalangeal arthrodesis | F856 | $567.07 |
| Tarsal arthrodesis | F857 | $1,649.19 |
| Ankle arthrodesis | F858 | $1,649.19 |
| Subtalar arthroereisis | F860 | $1,846.40 |
| Bone graft harvest | F862 | $668.98 |
| Bone graft insertion | F863 | $967.50 |
| External fixation device for distraction, rotation or angular correction osteotomy | F872 | |
| Open reduction internal fixation forefoot | F873 | $668.98 |
| Open reduction internal fixation rear foot | F874 | $1,348.98 |
| Arthroscopy | F884 | $1,166.71 |
Fees for podiatry services performed within a public hospital will be based on the Department of Human Services schedule of fees and charges for acute health services in Victoria. Refer to www.health.vic.gov.au/feesman.
# Procedures which can be performed by a Podiatrist or a Podiatric Surgeon. All other surgical procedures will only be considered when performed by a Fellow of the Australasian College of Podiatric Surgeons.
2025/26 rates
| Service Description | TAC Item Number | Maximum Payment Rate |
|---|---|---|
| In Room Consultations | ||
| Initial consultation | F002 | $73.81 |
| Standard consultation – up to 30 minutes | F012 | $59.06 |
| Long consultation – 31 to 45 minutes | F014 | $88.45 |
| Prolonged consultation – 46 minutes and above | F016 | $117.95 |
| Out of Rooms Consultations | ||
| Initial consultation | F023 | $103.27 |
| Standard consultation – up to 30 minutes | F033 | $88.45 |
| Long consultation – 31 to 45 minutes | F034 | $117.95 |
| Prolonged consultation | F035 | $147.24 |
| Telehealth | ||
| Initial consultation | F002T | $73.81 |
| Standard consultation – up to 30 minutes | F012T | $59.06 |
| Long consultation – 31 to 45 minutes | F014T | $88.45 |
| Prolonged consultation – 46 minutes and above | F016T | $117.95 |
| Biomechanical Examination | ||
| Biomechanical Assessment (includes F111, F114, F117) | F118 | $207.48 |
| Items F101, F104, F111, F114, F115, F116, F117, F121, F141, F142, F145, F147, F148, F163, F361 to be charged as per consultations. | ||
| ORTHOMECHANICAL SERVICES & PROCEDURES (NB: Prior TAC approval required for these services) | ||
| Impressions and Models | ||
| Negative impression cast – foot | F301 | $87.97 |
| Negative impression cast – foot & lower 1/3 of leg | F303 | $107.77 |
| Prescription Orthoses | ||
| Ankle-foot orthosis | F201 | $627.58 |
| Orthodigital traction device | F211 | $171.64 |
| Custom moulded thermoplastic orthosis (including cast and posting) | F221 | $318.83 |
| Heel stabiliser, made to plaster model | F227 | $179.50 |
| Cushioning orthosis | F261 | $56.07 |
| Pressure relief orthosis | F263 | $137.67 |
| Custom moulded thermoplastic orthosis (including cast and accommodating) | F265 | $211.42 |
| Moulded thermoplastic orthosis – non cast | F267 | $159.64 |
| Heel lift | F269 | $46.05 |
| Interior shoe padding | F271 | $46.05 |
| Protective device | F341 | |
| Prefabricated Orthoses | ||
| Heel stabiliser | F229 | $97.83 |
| Pre-moulded or pre-formed orthosis | F240 | $159.64 |
| Orthoses Modification and Repairs | ||
| Orthosis repair – not otherwise specified | F231* | $66.09 |
| Orthosis repair – plain | F381* | $39.89 |
| Orthosis cover – with soft tissue supplement | F383 | $58.00 |
| Orthosis post – forefoot or rear foot | F385 | $34.17 |
| Prosthetic Devices | ||
| Simple digital or partial prosthesis | F351 | $171.64 |
| Splints | ||
| Dennis Browne splint | F281 | $203..25 |
| Galley splint | F282 | $267.12 |
| Counter Rotation system | F283 | $770.79 |
| Immobilisation splint, thermoplastic, plaster, or other; below knee | F311 | $189.52 |
| Immobilisation splint, thermoplastic, plaster, or other; ankle/foot | F312 | $155.50 |
| Immobilisation splint, thermoplastic, plaster, or other; above knee | F315 | $233.40 |
| Traction and training devices (eg. HAV splints) | F331 | |
| FOOTWEAR – F008, F025, F019 & F037 to be charged as consultations | ||
| PODIATRIC SURGERY (NB: Prior TAC approval required for these services) | ||
| Foreign body removal (subcutaneous) | F429# | $243.01 |
| Foreign body removal (deep to deep fascia) | F430 | $515.85 |
| Avulsion of toenail | F440# | $189.52 |
| Excision, benign lesion | F445# | $392.86 |
| Excision nail and/or nail matrix, partial, for permanent removal | F474 | $450.73 |
| Excision nail and/or nail matrix, complete, for permanent removal | F475 | $626.44 |
| Excision or plastic correction of peri-ungual tissue | F476 | $374.76 |
| Linear repair | F492 | $201.25 |
| Adjacent tissue transfer | F502 | $670.17 |
| Nail root and matrix resection with matrix sterilisation (single edge) | F546# | $228.83 |
| Nail root and matrix resection with matrix sterilisation (total nail) | F547# | $410.59 |
| Incision of soft tissue abscess (superficial) | F561# | $56.96 |
| Incision of soft tissue abscess (deep or complicated) | F562 | $364.44 |
| Percutaneous tenotomy | F678 | $351.83 |
| Open tenotomy | F687 | $426.39 |
| Capsulotomy or arthrotomy (exploration, drainage, or dislocation reduction) | F689 | $605.54 |
| Ligament / capsular repair (digital) | F692 | $605.54 |
| Ligament / capsular repair (mid foot / rear foot) | F694 | $1,083.20 |
| Plantar fasciotomy | F698 | $999.81 |
| Plantar fasciectomy | F699 | $999.81 |
| Neurectomy of peripheral nerve | F702 | $802.34 |
| Neurolysis of peripheral nerve | F703 | $732.82 |
| Excision of cyst or small ganglion | F704 | $481.64 |
| Tenosynovectomy | F705 | $703.29 |
| Tendon transfer or transplantation (forefoot insertion) | F750 | $852.39 |
| Tendon transfer or transplantation (rear foot insertion) | F752 | $987.65 |
| Tenoplasty (digital insertion) | F755 | $426.39 |
| Tenoplasty (mid foot insertion) | F757 | $778.60 |
| Tenoplasty (rear foot insertion) | F759 | $943.89 |
| Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumour (forefoot) | F712 | $879.18 |
| Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumour (rear foot) | F713 | $879.18 |
| Primary metatarsal osteectomy | F715 | $879.18 |
| Lesser metatarsal osteectomy | F716 | $879.18 |
| Lesser tarsal osteectomy | F720 | $879.18 |
| Tarsal osteectomy | F721 | $879.18 |
| Phalangeal osteectomy | F725 | $685.12 |
| Digital resection (supernumerary or other) | F728 | $534.04 |
| Tarsal resection | F733 | $879.18 |
| Excision of accessory ossicle (partial or total) | F736 | $770.75 |
| Digital arthroplasty | F739 | $426.54 |
| Metatarsophalangeal arthroplasty | F742 | $1,153.87 |
| Excision of tarsal coalition | F791 | $1,220.12 |
| Primary metatarsal osteotomy (distal) | F782 | $1,276.43 |
| Primary metatarsal osteotomy (proximal) | F783 | $1,379.75 |
| Lesser metatarsal osteotomy (distal) | F784 | $1,087.26 |
| Lesser metatarsal osteotomy (proximal) | F785 | $1,087.26 |
| Phalangeal osteotomy | F786 | $1,087.26 |
| Tarsal osteotomy | F787 | $1,379.75 |
| Insertion of internal fixation | F793 | $299.46 |
| Removal of buried wire or screw | F794 | $344.71 |
| Removal of buried plate or rod | F795 | $571.70 |
| Metatarsophalangeal arthrodesis | F852 | $1,252.77 |
| Tarso-metatarsal arthrodesis | F854 | $1,252.77 |
| Interphalangeal arthrodesis | F856 | $549.69 |
| Tarsal arthrodesis | F857 | $1,598.67 |
| Ankle arthrodesis | F858 | $1,598.67 |
| Subtalar arthroereisis | F860 | $1,789.84 |
| Bone graft harvest | F862 | $648.48 |
| Bone graft insertion | F863 | $937.86 |
| External fixation device for distraction, rotation or angular correction osteotomy | F872 | |
| Open reduction internal fixation forefoot | F873 | $648.48 |
| Open reduction internal fixation rear foot | F874 | $1,307.65 |
| Arthroscopy | F884 | $1,130.97 |
Fees for podiatry services performed within a public hospital will be based on the Department of Human Services schedule of fees and charges for acute health services in Victoria. Refer to www.health.vic.gov.au/feesman.
# Procedures which can be performed by a Podiatrist or a Podiatric Surgeon. All other surgical procedures will only be considered when performed by a Fellow of the Australasian College of Podiatric Surgeons.
2026/27 rates
| Service Description | TAC Item Number | Maximum Payment Rate |
|---|---|---|
| In Room Consultations | ||
| Initial consultation | F002 | $76.15 |
| Standard consultation – up to 30 minutes | F012 | $60.93 |
| Long consultation – 31 to 45 minutes | F014 | $91.25 |
| Prolonged consultation – 46 minutes and above | F016 | $121.68 |
| Out of Rooms Consultations | ||
| Initial consultation | F023 | $106.54 |
| Standard consultation – up to 30 minutes | F033 | $91.25 |
| Long consultation – 31 to 45 minutes | F034 | $121.68 |
| Prolonged consultation | F035 | $151.90 |
| Telehealth | ||
| Initial consultation | F002T | $76.15 |
| Standard consultation – up to 30 minutes | F012T | $60.93 |
| Long consultation – 31 to 45 minutes | F014T | $91.25 |
| Prolonged consultation – 46 minutes and above | F016T | $121.68 |
| Biomechanical Examination | ||
| Biomechanical Assessment (includes F111, F114, F117) | F118 | $214.04 |
| Items F101, F104, F111, F114, F115, F116, F117, F121, F141, F142, F145, F147, F148, F163, F361 to be charged as per consultations. | ||
| ORTHOMECHANICAL SERVICES & PROCEDURES (NB: Prior TAC approval required for these services) | ||
| Impressions and Models | ||
| Negative impression cast – foot | F301 | $90.75 |
| Negative impression cast – foot & lower 1/3 of leg | F303 | $111.18 |
| Prescription Orthoses | ||
| Ankle-foot orthosis | F201 | $647.42 |
| Orthodigital traction device | F211 | $177.07 |
| Custom moulded thermoplastic orthosis (including cast and posting) | F221 | $328.91 |
| Heel stabiliser, made to plaster model | F227 | $185.18 |
| Cushioning orthosis | F261 | $57.85 |
| Pressure relief orthosis | F263 | $142.03 |
| Custom moulded thermoplastic orthosis (including cast and accommodating) | F265 | $218.11 |
| Moulded thermoplastic orthosis – non cast | F267 | $164.69 |
| Heel lift | F269 | $47.51 |
| Interior shoe padding | F271 | $47.51 |
| Protective device | F341 | |
| Prefabricated Orthoses | ||
| Heel stabiliser | F229 | $100.93 |
| Pre-moulded or pre-formed orthosis | F240 | $164.69 |
| Orthoses Modification and Repairs | ||
| Orthosis repair – not otherwise specified | F231* | $68.18 |
| Orthosis repair – plain | F381* | $41.16 |
| Orthosis cover – with soft tissue supplement | F383 | $59.84 |
| Orthosis post – forefoot or rear foot | F385 | $35.25 |
| Prosthetic Devices | ||
| Simple digital or partial prosthesis | F351 | $177.07 |
| Splints | ||
| Dennis Browne splint | F281 | $209.68 |
| Galley splint | F282 | $275.57 |
| Counter Rotation system | F283 | $795.15 |
| Immobilisation splint, thermoplastic, plaster, or other; below knee | F311 | $195.51 |
| Immobilisation splint, thermoplastic, plaster, or other; ankle/foot | F312 | $160.42 |
| Immobilisation splint, thermoplastic, plaster, or other; above knee | F315 | $240.78 |
| Traction and training devices (eg. HAV splints) | F331 | |
| FOOTWEAR – F008, F025, F019 & F037 to be charged as consultations | ||
| PODIATRIC SURGERY (NB: Prior TAC approval required for these services) | ||
| Foreign body removal (subcutaneous) | F429# | $250.69 |
| Foreign body removal (deep to deep fascia) | F430 | $532.16 |
| Avulsion of toenail | F440# | $195.51 |
| Excision, benign lesion | F445# | $405.28 |
| Excision nail and/or nail matrix, partial, for permanent removal | F474 | $464.98 |
| Excision nail and/or nail matrix, complete, for permanent removal | F475 | $646.24 |
| Excision or plastic correction of peri-ungual tissue | F476 | $386.61 |
| Linear repair | F492 | $207.61 |
| Adjacent tissue transfer | F502 | $691.35 |
| Nail root and matrix resection with matrix sterilisation (single edge) | F546# | $236.07 |
| Nail root and matrix resection with matrix sterilisation (total nail) | F547# | $423.57 |
| Incision of soft tissue abscess (superficial) | F561# | $58.76 |
| Incision of soft tissue abscess (deep or complicated) | F562 | $375.96 |
| Percutaneous tenotomy | F678 | $362.95 |
| Open tenotomy | F687 | $439.87 |
| Capsulotomy or arthrotomy (exploration, drainage, or dislocation reduction) | F689 | $624.68 |
| Ligament / capsular repair (digital) | F692 | $624.68 |
| Ligament / capsular repair (mid foot / rear foot) | F694 | $1,117.43 |
| Plantar fasciotomy | F698 | $1,031.41 |
| Plantar fasciectomy | F699 | $1,031.41 |
| Neurectomy of peripheral nerve | F702 | $827.70 |
| Neurolysis of peripheral nerve | F703 | $755.98 |
| Excision of cyst or small ganglion | F704 | $496.86 |
| Tenosynovectomy | F705 | $725.52 |
| Tendon transfer or transplantation (forefoot insertion) | F750 | $879.33 |
| Tendon transfer or transplantation (rear foot insertion) | F752 | $1,018.86 |
| Tenoplasty (digital insertion) | F755 | $439.87 |
| Tenoplasty (mid foot insertion) | F757 | $803.21 |
| Tenoplasty (rear foot insertion) | F759 | $973.72 |
| Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumour (forefoot) | F712 | $906.97 |
| Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumour (rear foot) | F713 | $906.97 |
| Primary metatarsal osteectomy | F715 | $906.97 |
| Lesser metatarsal osteectomy | F716 | $906.97 |
| Lesser tarsal osteectomy | F720 | $906.97 |
| Tarsal osteectomy | F721 | $906.97 |
| Phalangeal osteectomy | F725 | $706.77 |
| Digital resection (supernumerary or other) | F728 | $550.92 |
| Tarsal resection | F733 | $906.97 |
| Excision of accessory ossicle (partial or total) | F736 | $795.11 |
| Digital arthroplasty | F739 | $440.02 |
| Metatarsophalangeal arthroplasty | F742 | $1,190.34 |
| Excision of tarsal coalition | F791 | $1,258.68 |
| Primary metatarsal osteotomy (distal) | F782 | $1,316.77 |
| Primary metatarsal osteotomy (proximal) | F783 | $1,423.36 |
| Lesser metatarsal osteotomy (distal) | F784 | $1,121.62 |
| Lesser metatarsal osteotomy (proximal) | F785 | $1,121.62 |
| Phalangeal osteotomy | F786 | $1,121.62 |
| Tarsal osteotomy | F787 | $1,423.36 |
| Insertion of internal fixation | F793 | $308.93 |
| Removal of buried wire or screw | F794 | $355.61 |
| Removal of buried plate or rod | F795 | $589.77 |
| Metatarsophalangeal arthrodesis | F852 | $1,292.36 |
| Tarso-metatarsal arthrodesis | F854 | $1,292.36 |
| Interphalangeal arthrodesis | F856 | $567.07 |
| Tarsal arthrodesis | F857 | $1,649.19 |
| Ankle arthrodesis | F858 | $1,649.19 |
| Subtalar arthroereisis | F860 | $1,846.40 |
| Bone graft harvest | F862 | $668.98 |
| Bone graft insertion | F863 | $967.50 |
| External fixation device for distraction, rotation or angular correction osteotomy | F872 | |
| Open reduction internal fixation forefoot | F873 | $668.98 |
| Open reduction internal fixation rear foot | F874 | $1,348.98 |
| Arthroscopy | F884 | $1,166.71 |
Fees for podiatry services performed within a public hospital will be based on the Department of Human Services schedule of fees and charges for acute health services in Victoria. Refer to www.health.vic.gov.au/feesman.
# Procedures which can be performed by a Podiatrist or a Podiatric Surgeon. All other surgical procedures will only be considered when performed by a Fellow of the Australasian College of Podiatric Surgeons.
2025/26 rates
| Service Description | TAC Item Number | Maximum Payment Rate |
|---|---|---|
| In Room Consultations | ||
| Initial consultation | F002 | $73.81 |
| Standard consultation – up to 30 minutes | F012 | $59.06 |
| Long consultation – 31 to 45 minutes | F014 | $88.45 |
| Prolonged consultation – 46 minutes and above | F016 | $117.95 |
| Out of Rooms Consultations | ||
| Initial consultation | F023 | $103.27 |
| Standard consultation – up to 30 minutes | F033 | $88.45 |
| Long consultation – 31 to 45 minutes | F034 | $117.95 |
| Prolonged consultation | F035 | $147.24 |
| Telehealth | ||
| Initial consultation | F002T | $73.81 |
| Standard consultation – up to 30 minutes | F012T | $59.06 |
| Long consultation – 31 to 45 minutes | F014T | $88.45 |
| Prolonged consultation – 46 minutes and above | F016T | $117.95 |
| Biomechanical Examination | ||
| Biomechanical Assessment (includes F111, F114, F117) | F118 | $207.48 |
| Items F101, F104, F111, F114, F115, F116, F117, F121, F141, F142, F145, F147, F148, F163, F361 to be charged as per consultations. | ||
| ORTHOMECHANICAL SERVICES & PROCEDURES (NB: Prior TAC approval required for these services) | ||
| Impressions and Models | ||
| Negative impression cast – foot | F301 | $87.97 |
| Negative impression cast – foot & lower 1/3 of leg | F303 | $107.77 |
| Prescription Orthoses | ||
| Ankle-foot orthosis | F201 | $627.58 |
| Orthodigital traction device | F211 | $171.64 |
| Custom moulded thermoplastic orthosis (including cast and posting) | F221 | $318.83 |
| Heel stabiliser, made to plaster model | F227 | $179.50 |
| Cushioning orthosis | F261 | $56.07 |
| Pressure relief orthosis | F263 | $137.67 |
| Custom moulded thermoplastic orthosis (including cast and accommodating) | F265 | $211.42 |
| Moulded thermoplastic orthosis – non cast | F267 | $159.64 |
| Heel lift | F269 | $46.05 |
| Interior shoe padding | F271 | $46.05 |
| Protective device | F341 | |
| Prefabricated Orthoses | ||
| Heel stabiliser | F229 | $97.83 |
| Pre-moulded or pre-formed orthosis | F240 | $159.64 |
| Orthoses Modification and Repairs | ||
| Orthosis repair – not otherwise specified | F231* | $66.09 |
| Orthosis repair – plain | F381* | $39.89 |
| Orthosis cover – with soft tissue supplement | F383 | $58.00 |
| Orthosis post – forefoot or rear foot | F385 | $34.17 |
| Prosthetic Devices | ||
| Simple digital or partial prosthesis | F351 | $171.64 |
| Splints | ||
| Dennis Browne splint | F281 | $203..25 |
| Galley splint | F282 | $267.12 |
| Counter Rotation system | F283 | $770.79 |
| Immobilisation splint, thermoplastic, plaster, or other; below knee | F311 | $189.52 |
| Immobilisation splint, thermoplastic, plaster, or other; ankle/foot | F312 | $155.50 |
| Immobilisation splint, thermoplastic, plaster, or other; above knee | F315 | $233.40 |
| Traction and training devices (eg. HAV splints) | F331 | |
| FOOTWEAR – F008, F025, F019 & F037 to be charged as consultations | ||
| PODIATRIC SURGERY (NB: Prior TAC approval required for these services) | ||
| Foreign body removal (subcutaneous) | F429# | $243.01 |
| Foreign body removal (deep to deep fascia) | F430 | $515.85 |
| Avulsion of toenail | F440# | $189.52 |
| Excision, benign lesion | F445# | $392.86 |
| Excision nail and/or nail matrix, partial, for permanent removal | F474 | $450.73 |
| Excision nail and/or nail matrix, complete, for permanent removal | F475 | $626.44 |
| Excision or plastic correction of peri-ungual tissue | F476 | $374.76 |
| Linear repair | F492 | $201.25 |
| Adjacent tissue transfer | F502 | $670.17 |
| Nail root and matrix resection with matrix sterilisation (single edge) | F546# | $228.83 |
| Nail root and matrix resection with matrix sterilisation (total nail) | F547# | $410.59 |
| Incision of soft tissue abscess (superficial) | F561# | $56.96 |
| Incision of soft tissue abscess (deep or complicated) | F562 | $364.44 |
| Percutaneous tenotomy | F678 | $351.83 |
| Open tenotomy | F687 | $426.39 |
| Capsulotomy or arthrotomy (exploration, drainage, or dislocation reduction) | F689 | $605.54 |
| Ligament / capsular repair (digital) | F692 | $605.54 |
| Ligament / capsular repair (mid foot / rear foot) | F694 | $1,083.20 |
| Plantar fasciotomy | F698 | $999.81 |
| Plantar fasciectomy | F699 | $999.81 |
| Neurectomy of peripheral nerve | F702 | $802.34 |
| Neurolysis of peripheral nerve | F703 | $732.82 |
| Excision of cyst or small ganglion | F704 | $481.64 |
| Tenosynovectomy | F705 | $703.29 |
| Tendon transfer or transplantation (forefoot insertion) | F750 | $852.39 |
| Tendon transfer or transplantation (rear foot insertion) | F752 | $987.65 |
| Tenoplasty (digital insertion) | F755 | $426.39 |
| Tenoplasty (mid foot insertion) | F757 | $778.60 |
| Tenoplasty (rear foot insertion) | F759 | $943.89 |
| Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumour (forefoot) | F712 | $879.18 |
| Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumour (rear foot) | F713 | $879.18 |
| Primary metatarsal osteectomy | F715 | $879.18 |
| Lesser metatarsal osteectomy | F716 | $879.18 |
| Lesser tarsal osteectomy | F720 | $879.18 |
| Tarsal osteectomy | F721 | $879.18 |
| Phalangeal osteectomy | F725 | $685.12 |
| Digital resection (supernumerary or other) | F728 | $534.04 |
| Tarsal resection | F733 | $879.18 |
| Excision of accessory ossicle (partial or total) | F736 | $770.75 |
| Digital arthroplasty | F739 | $426.54 |
| Metatarsophalangeal arthroplasty | F742 | $1,153.87 |
| Excision of tarsal coalition | F791 | $1,220.12 |
| Primary metatarsal osteotomy (distal) | F782 | $1,276.43 |
| Primary metatarsal osteotomy (proximal) | F783 | $1,379.75 |
| Lesser metatarsal osteotomy (distal) | F784 | $1,087.26 |
| Lesser metatarsal osteotomy (proximal) | F785 | $1,087.26 |
| Phalangeal osteotomy | F786 | $1,087.26 |
| Tarsal osteotomy | F787 | $1,379.75 |
| Insertion of internal fixation | F793 | $299.46 |
| Removal of buried wire or screw | F794 | $344.71 |
| Removal of buried plate or rod | F795 | $571.70 |
| Metatarsophalangeal arthrodesis | F852 | $1,252.77 |
| Tarso-metatarsal arthrodesis | F854 | $1,252.77 |
| Interphalangeal arthrodesis | F856 | $549.69 |
| Tarsal arthrodesis | F857 | $1,598.67 |
| Ankle arthrodesis | F858 | $1,598.67 |
| Subtalar arthroereisis | F860 | $1,789.84 |
| Bone graft harvest | F862 | $648.48 |
| Bone graft insertion | F863 | $937.86 |
| External fixation device for distraction, rotation or angular correction osteotomy | F872 | |
| Open reduction internal fixation forefoot | F873 | $648.48 |
| Open reduction internal fixation rear foot | F874 | $1,307.65 |
| Arthroscopy | F884 | $1,130.97 |
Fees for podiatry services performed within a public hospital will be based on the Department of Human Services schedule of fees and charges for acute health services in Victoria. Refer to www.health.vic.gov.au/feesman.
# Procedures which can be performed by a Podiatrist or a Podiatric Surgeon. All other surgical procedures will only be considered when performed by a Fellow of the Australasian College of Podiatric Surgeons.
