Climb Occupational Therapy welcomes NDIS‑funded, Medicare‑referred, and private clients. Our service fees are based on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Price Guide. These rates apply across all our clients, reflecting the experience, time, and expertise required to deliver high‑quality Occupational Therapy.
Funding and Fees
FUNDING SOURCES
Helvetica Light is an easy-to-read font, with tall and narrow letters, that works well on almost every site.
NDIS
Climb Occupational Therapy can provide therapy services to NDIS participants who are self-managed or plan managed. Services are charged at the rate consistent with the NDIS Price Guide.
​
Medicare
You will be eligible for a Medicare Rebate if you have a Chronic Disease Management Plan from your doctor. Please note Medicare will provide a rebate that will not cover the whole cost of the OT session. You will be required to pay the full fee to Climb Occupational Therapy and then claim the rebate through Medicare.
​
Private Health Insurance
Depending on your health insurance coverage you may be eligible for a rebate from your health fund. Please contact your health fund to request further information. You will be required to pay the full fee to Climb Occupational Therapy and then claim the rebate through your health fund.
FEES SCHEDULE
SERVICE
1:1 Therapy Session
DURATION
30-60 minutes
FEE
$193.99 per hour (billed in 15-minute increments
Report Development
Attendance at Meetings
(school meetings, case conferences, planning)
FCA - approx. 12 hours
Initial OT - approx. 8 hours
As required
$193.99 per hour (billed in 15-minute increments
$193.99 per hour (billed in 15-minute increments
Development of OT Supports
(e.g. visual schedules, social stories, sensory diets)
Duration varies dependent on requirements
$193.99 per hour (billed in 15-minute increments
Travel Fees
Up to 30 minutes each way; capped at 60 minutes per session
$97 per hour (billed per minute)
Non-Labour Travel Costs (if negotiated during intake)
Per kilometre
$0.99 per kilometre
SERVICE AGREEMENTS
Before starting therapy, all costs and services will be clearly outlined in a Service Agreement, which is a document that explains:
-
The services your child will receive
-
The frequency and duration of sessions
-
The total cost and payment arrangements
-
Your rights and responsibilities as a participant
The Service Agreement ensures transparency and helps you understand exactly what to expect from your Occupational Therapy services.