Consulting Fees
Consulting fees include:
Planning time for your session
Preparation of an individualised session
Preparation of individualised resources and activities for home practice
In some cases, brief liaising with other involved health and education professionals
Comprehensive written session summaries (file notes)
Other administrative costs, e.g. phone discussions, Medicare correspondence
Funding rebates and subsidies
Referrals
You do not need a referral to see our clinicians. You can self-refer by calling or emailing us to make an appointment. If you have a referral from your GP, paediatrician or psychiatrist under a government rebate system, you may be able to receive a rebate for our service.
Medicare
If you are referred by a GP under a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan, you or your child may be eligible for a Medicare rebate ($56 per session) on up to 5 allied health services per calendar year. Clients eligible for a CDM plan (formerly Enhanced Primary Care plan) usually require multidisciplinary, team-based care from a GP and at least two other health or care providers.
Private Health Insurance
Speech Pathology and Psychology services may be eligible for you to claim through your private health insurance. The extent of your cover depends on the type of policy and extras you select. There are various limits that may apply, for example a limit per service, per year, or lifetime limits. Check with your private health insurer for more details.
NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme may be available for those with developmental delays or disabilities. The NDIS Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) approach is available to all children aged under 9 with a developmental delay or disability. Depending on your situation, the NDIS can cover the cost of many allied health services.
ETH is able to provide services to self-managed or plan-managed NDIS clients.
Location
Eastern Therapy Hub
Croydon North
VIC 3136