FUNDING
The NDIS is a Federal Government funding initiative that supports children and adults with complex and permanent disability, including communication impairment.
Approved participants are eligible for funding to support therapy services.
Directly billed NDIS Services are available to plan and self-managed NDIS clients and private clients.
PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE
Your private health insurance may cover speech therapy services. Ask your fund if you are eligible to claim a rebate.
The amount you get back will vary depending on your level of cover.
MEDICARE
Chronic disease management program.
Children diagnosed with a chronic condition by their GP (which results in significant communication impairment that is considered complex and chronic), may be eligible for 5 subsidised sessions per year. A referral must be made by your GP.
NDIS
The NDIS provides support to people living with a permanent and significant disability.
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Lopa Speech Pathology is a NDIS provider and offers speech pathology to participants under Therapeutic Supports, as well as Early Intervention services for plan-managed and self-managed participants. Plan management is when a provider supports you to manage funding in your NDIS plan. These providers are known as plan managers. Self-management is when you manage your NDIS funding. It gives you the flexibility and choice to decide what supports you buy to pursue your plan goals.
Check here for more information about the NDIS.
Lopa Speech Pathology can work with participants to achieve their goals and increase their ability to participate in everyday activities.
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