We offer services to private clients, those on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), Medicare and private health insurance. 

Please note: The number of assessment sessions required will be discussed with you and negotiated after the initial consultation. Simple assessments generally require 1 to 2 sessions. More comprehensive assessments may require 2 to 4 sessions. 

As a mobile therapy service, we do our best to reduce travel costs to clients by scheduling clients based in nearby locations on the same day.  

Private

Consultation fees (assessment/therapy) - $180 p/hr 

Report writing fees - $180 p/hr

Note: Travel and administration costs will apply and are charged at the hourly consultation rate.

Holistic Speech Pathology is an inclusive practice regardless of your financial situation. We believe everyone has the right to access the services they need. If you are a pensioner, on a low income and/or experiencing financial hardship, please contact Marni via the contact page to discuss options for possible financial support.

Medicare and Private Health Insurance 

Client’s accessing Medicare and Private Health Insurance rebates fall under the private rate for consultation fees (including travel). 

Regardless of how you are claiming your rebate, full payment must be made to Holistic Speech Pathology on the day services are provided.

Medicare 

You or your child may be placed on a Chronic Disease Management Plan (CDMP), registered with Medicare. Generally, this enables you to claim back a portion of your therapy fees for 5 visits per year. If you or your child is placed on a CDMP, we require a copy of the plan so that we can prepare your invoice appropriately. In some instances we can process your rebate on the spot using our HICAPS machine (after you have paid in full). Remember to bring your Medicare card. 

Private Health Insurance 

You may also be eligible to claim back a portion of your therapy fees if you have Private Health Insurance. The amount you will be able to claim, depends upon your insurance provider and your level of cover. 

We have a HICAPS machine which allows us in some instances to process your rebate first, and then you pay the gap. You will need to provide your membership card. If this is not available, we will process your payment in full and will then forward you the paperwork required to obtain your rebate. It is, however, your responsibility to ensure your entitlement to rebates with your insurance provider. 

NDIS

We can provide services through NDIS for plan managed and self-managed participants. (NDIA managed participants will be able to work with us soon).

Consultation Fees (assessment/therapy) - $193.99 p/hr

Report writing fees - $193.99 p/hr

Note: Travel and administration costs will apply. Travel is billed in line with the NDIS guidelines and is charged up to a maximum of 30 minutes (each way) of the hourly rate for visits. Administration costs fall under the hourly consultation rate.

The aim of the NDIS is to support people with a permanent and significant disability that affects their ability to take part in everyday activities. It does this by identifying what disability supports someone needs in order to help achieve their goals in life. 

If you do not already have funding, it may be that a report from our speech pathologist would be helpful in establishing whether an application would be appropriate. We are happy to give you advice and connect you with services that can also offer you guidance and support.

Participants of the Scheme may have their funding managed in one of three ways; By the NDIA, by a Plan Manager or Self Managed funding. We can provide services through NDIS for plan managed and self-managed participants. (NDIA managed participants will be able to work with us soon).

Fees for support services are individualised and will depend on your unique situation. Please contact us for more information.