Funding Options
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Self managed and Plan Managed NDIS participants are able to utilise their NDIS plan to access fully funded OT services with us. Melissa Byrnes OT rate is as per 2020/2021 NDIA price guide. Fees are reviewed annually in line with the NDIA price guide release. If you do not yet have an NDIS plan please visit www.ndis.gov.au to determine your child’s eligibility for funds within this scheme.
Medicare
With GP referral, your child may be eligible to access a Medicare plan, which allows a medicare rebate to be claimed for a set number of OT sessions. Please note, out of pocket expenses do apply.
Private Health Insurance
Dependent on your level of Private Health Insurance Extras, Occupational Therapy initial and subsequent sessions may be part covered. Please contact your health insurer directly to confirm if you are covered, and rebates that may apply.