how long does medicare rebate take

Medicare rebate typically takes between 3 to 10 business days to be processed and deposited into your nominated bank account after the clinic submits the claim. Some claims can be processed faster, even within 24 hours, if Medicare has your bank details on file or if the clinic submits it as a refund directly. If you submit your claim online through Medicare's online account or mobile app, you will usually get the benefit within 7 days. If you submit by mail, it can take up to 21 days. The exact timing depends on how the claim is submitted and Medicare's processing times.