how long does a medicare rebate take

A Medicare rebate typically takes about 3 to 10 business days to be processed and deposited into your nominated bank account after the clinic submits the claim following your full payment. If Medicare has your bank details on file and the clinic processes the rebate electronically, it can sometimes happen within 24 hours. Claims submitted online usually result in payment within 7 days. However, if claims are done by mail, it may take up to 21 days to receive the rebate. If you do not receive the rebate within these timeframes, contacting Medicare directly is recommended for further assistance.