How to Claim a Health Rebate with Supacore Compression Gear

Supacore's Coretech® compression garments are recognized as medical-grade devices by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) in Australia. This classification enables eligible customers to claim rebates through their private health insurance. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to claim a health fund rebate for your Supacore compression gear.(supacore.com, supacore.com)

Why Supacore Compression Gear Qualifies for Rebates

Supacore's Coretech® range is listed on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG ID: 372670) as Class 1 medical devices. These garments are designed to provide targeted compression, aiding in the recovery from various conditions such as:(tga.gov.au, supacore.com)

• Pre and postnatal recovery
  
• Pelvic instability and dysfunction
  
• Lower back pain
  
• Sports-related injuries
  
• Postural instability related to Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)(supacore.com)
  
  

The TGA listing ensures that Supacore's compression garments meet specific standards, making them eligible for health fund rebates under categories like aids and appliances, orthoses, splints, or medical compression garments. (supacore.com)

Steps to Claim Your Health Fund Rebate

1. Download the Supacore Health Fund Rebate Form: Visit Supacore's official website and download the rebate form. (srchealth.com)
   
2. Consult Your Health Practitioner: Have your treating health practitioner (e.g., physiotherapist, obstetrician, or GP) complete and sign the form, confirming the medical necessity of the compression garment.(supacore.com)
   
3. Submit to Your Health Fund: Send the completed rebate form along with your Supacore purchase invoice directly to your private health insurer.(supacore.com)
   
   

Health Fund Eligibility

Rebate eligibility varies among private health insurers. It's advisable to contact your health fund to confirm:(supacore.com)

• Whether your policy covers medical compression garments
  
• The specific categories under which the rebate falls
  
• Any required documentation or forms(bellybands.com.au, srchealth.com, teachershealth.com.au)
  
  

For instance, Medibank may offer benefits for maternity-related compression products, but eligibility is subject to specific requirements. (supacore.com)

Need Assistance?

If you require help with the rebate process or need additional documentation, Supacore's customer service team is available to assist you. Contact them at info@supacore.com. (supacore.com, supacore.com)

References

• Supacore Health Fund Rebates: https://supacore.com/en-us/pages/healthrebate
  
• TGA Listing for Supacore Compression Garments: https://www.tga.gov.au/resources/artg/372670(supacore.com, tga.gov.au)