Does DVA cover chiropractic care? Yes. Veteran Gold Card holders are covered for chiropractic care for any clinical need, and White Card holders are covered for conditions accepted as related to their service. A referral is required, and Be Amazing Chiropractic bills DVA directly, so eligible veterans pay nothing out of pocket.
Which DVA Card Holders Are Covered for Chiropractic Care?
Veteran Gold Card holders are covered for chiropractic care for any clinical need, whether or not the condition is related to your service.
Veteran White Card holders are covered for chiropractic care specifically for conditions that have been accepted as related to your service, such as a service-related back or neck condition.
Veteran Orange Card holders are not covered for chiropractic care under DVA, as this card generally relates to specific pharmaceuticals rather than allied health services.
Do I Need a Referral to See a Chiropractor Under DVA?
Yes, a referral is required from a GP, medical specialist, or hospital discharge planner before DVA-funded chiropractic care can begin. Each referral generally covers up to 12 sessions or 12 months, whichever comes first. Once a referral is used up, you’ll need a new one from your referring practitioner to continue care.
What Happens at My First Visit as a DVA Card Holder?
Bring your Veteran Card and your referral to your first appointment at Be Amazing Chiropractic. We bill DVA directly for eligible services, so as a Gold or White Card holder receiving covered care, you shouldn’t be out of pocket. Our team can confirm your eligibility and talk you through the process before you book.
What If I Need Care Beyond My Initial Referral?
If you need ongoing chiropractic care once your referral’s sessions or 12-month period is used up, you’ll need to see your GP, specialist, or hospital discharge planner again for a new referral. Dr Adam Arnold can provide a summary of your progress to support this conversation with your referring practitioner.
DVA Chiropractic Care at Be Amazing Chiropractic, Charlestown
Dr Adam Arnold provides chiropractic care for the veteran community at Be Amazing Chiropractic in Charlestown, using Traditional Chiropractic Care, Zone Technique and Quantum Neurology. If you’re not sure whether your card or condition is covered, our team is happy to help you check before your first visit. Contact Be Amazing Chiropractic to confirm your DVA eligibility and book an appointment.
Other Ways Chiropractic Care May Be Covered
Not a DVA card holder? Chiropractic care may still be accessible through Medicare with a GP referral — see our guide, Does Medicare Cover Chiropractic Care? If your injury happened at work, see Does Workers Compensation Cover Chiropractic Care? And if you were injured in a car accident in NSW, see Does CTP Cover Chiropractic Care After a Car Accident?
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my White Card cover a condition unrelated to my service?
No, White Card cover applies only to conditions that have been formally accepted as related to your service. A Gold Card covers chiropractic care for any clinical need.
Do I need to pay anything upfront as a DVA patient?
No, Be Amazing Chiropractic bills DVA directly for eligible services, so there’s no out-of-pocket cost for covered care.
Can I combine DVA cover with other treatment I’m paying for privately?
Yes, some patients choose additional care beyond what’s covered by their referral. Our team can explain the costs involved if this applies to you.