Other Specified Feeding and Eating Disorder (OSFED)
OSFED Diagnosis and Treatment
A person with a diagnosis of Other Specified Feeding and Eating Disorder (OSFED) has some of the symptoms of other Eating Disorders but may not clearly fit with another diagnosis. This doesn’t mean the diagnosis is any less serious thank other Eating Disorders – a person with a diagnosis of OSFED may also have very disturbed eating behaviours, and/or compensatory behaviours, and/or body image distress.
OSFED is one of the most commonly diagnosed Eating Disorders, reflecting the individual differences that may occur in presentation.
More information is available from the National Eating Disorders Collaboration.
MEDICARE AND PRIVATE HEALTH CLAIMS FOR PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPY
You may be eligible to claim Medicare OR Private Health Insurance rebates for part of your session fees at Mind Body Well.
In order to claim a Medicare rebate you will need:
- A current Medicare card, details of which you will have the opportunity to provide us in your initial client forms
- A valid written referral and treatment plan from your Doctor (which needs to be provided to our administrative team prior to your appointment). These treatment plans can include the following types: Mental Health Care Plan, Eating Disorder
- Management Plan, and Chronic Disease Management Plan
We will process Medicare claims on your behalf, providing the above two have been provided to us prior to your appointment - Please note – this is a partial rebate only, we are not a bulk billing service.
In order to claim a rebate from your Private Health Insurance you will need:
- An appropriate level of cover (check with your fund)
- A receipt from us which you issue yourself to your private health insurance provider (we are unable to process these on your behalf)
- Please note – you are unable to claim from both Medicare and Private Health insurance for the same session
Please contact our administrative team if you need any further information about claiming rebates.
Ask about OSFED Diagnosis and Treatment at our Melbourne Clinic
At Mind Body Well we provide a supportive and safe environment for people to . Our team of experienced psychologists and dietitians can work collaboratively to help you make change and achieve your goals. We offer support for people experiencing a range of issues including body image concerns, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder.
OSFED Telehealth Therapy
We also offer therapy via a secure and confidential online platform for people who are unable to get to our Melbourne office. Feel free to contact us if you would like to discuss online therapy.
Want more details about Psychological Counselling at Mind Body Well? Click the button below to see our Information Form.
Contact the Psychologists and Dietitians at our Melbourne Clinic that treat OSFED
Or complete our NEW CLIENTS intake form
