The Minister for the NDIS, Stuart Robert has announced today that as of 1st July 2019 new price guidelines will be taking effect.

Some of the key changes are:

• Price Increases - Changes are being made to prices for remote and very remote areas, personal care and community access, capacity building supports, consumables, assistive technology, home modification and specialised disability accommodation.

• Temporary Transformation Payment - A new Temporary Transformation Payment has been introduced for providers of personal care and community access. Each line item has its standard price listed, along with a higher price that has the 7.5% TTP loading applied.

• Travel - Travel rules have now been standardised with one rule for all providers.

• Cancellations - The definition of cancellations has been updated and simplified. Cancellation limits have also been lifted, however the NDIA does encourage providers to limit the amount they charge for.

• Therapy - There are now different prices for Therapy Assistance (Level 1 & 2), Psychologists, Physiotherapists and other forms of therapy. Exercise Physiology has also been brought into the Improved Daily Living support category.

• Low Cost Assistive Technology - There are now a number of line items relating to low cost assistive technology, with a maximum price of $100 next to each one.

• Non Face-to-Face Supports - Clarification has been given on what type of non-participant facing support providers can bill for.

For further information about what these changes will mean for you and your provider, please visit either of these links:

Disability Services Consulting

National Disability Insurance Scheme

Source: Disability Services Consulting and NDIS