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ARFID12 minute readNovember 2026

Who can diagnose ARFID in Australia?

GPs, paediatricians, psychiatrists and psychologists can diagnose ARFID. Dietitians can't. Who does what, who to see first, what Medicare covers, and a checklist to take to your GP.

Reviewed by Nicole Cipri, Accredited Practising Dietitian

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  1. 1Who can diagnose ARFID
  2. 2Can a dietitian diagnose it?
  3. 3Can a GP diagnose it?
  4. 4ARFID in adults
  5. 5What Medicare covers
  6. 6GP appointment checklist

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