Podiatry cover for every step of the way

This will depend on the level of cover you have. After you get a treatment plan from your podiatrist with the item numbers to be provided, give us a call on 133 423 to complete a benefit quote so you know exactly what benefits you are entitled to. Please note that waiting periods and annual limits apply.

Most providers give you the option to claim electronically via a participating terminal. To do this, simply swipe your HBF member card when you pay and HBF will pay the provider on-the-spot. All you will need to pay is the ‘gap‘; this is the difference between what your podiatrist charges and the benefit that HBF pays on your behalf.

Alternatively, you can pay the provider in full and submit your accounts and receipts to HBF by one of the following methods:

• Opening the HBF App
• Logging in to myHBF
• Visiting your nearest branch
• Returning a claim form by mail to HBF, GPO Box 1440, Perth WA 6845

The specific extras services you're covered for depends on your health fund, level of cover and the specific policy you choose. Here are some examples of common services extras insurance can cover:

• Dental treatment — this includes preventative dental, general restorative dental, major dental and implants, and orthodontics
• Physiotherapy
• Optical - glasses and contact lenses
• Chiropractic treatment
• Podiatry

Learn more about extras cover