I think you may need to further research the terms surrounding...

I think you may need to further research the terms surrounding the Medicare funding for both physio and podiatry, and other competing allied health for thale same referral - especially consIdering Its only avaIlable vIa a GP referral for those that have a diagnosed chronic health condition. positive is the EPC referral program is heading for 12 visits per annum from 5 visits.
also consider why orthotics are not covered by PHI in the US and in that case would you pay $800 for a pair of insoles?