Occupational Therapy Fees & Rebates
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Our occupational therapy services are available for both children and adults, with a strong focus on supporting individuals to build independence, emotional regulation, and practical daily skills. OT can be especially helpful for neurodivergent clients, those experiencing sensory processing differences, motor coordination challenges, developmental delays, and difficulties with executive functioning.
Sessions are always tailored to individual needs and goals. They may take place in our purpose-built Springwood clinic, outdoors in our sensory garden, or in familiar environments like home, kindy, or school. Below is a breakdown of our fees, along with information on available funding options through NDIS, Medicare CDM plans, and private health insurance.
Private Client Fees
Our OT fees are based on a standard private hourly rate of $245/hour.
| Service | Duration | Fee (AUD) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Consultation | 90 min (60 min face-to-face, 30 min admin) | $367.50 |
| Standard Therapy Session | 60 min (50 min face-to-face, 10 min admin) | $245 |
| Short Session | 45 min (30 min face-to-face, 15 min notes) | $183.75 |
| Extended/Complex Session | 90 min (60 min face-to-face, 30 min admin) | $367.50 |
| Reports & Documentation | Hourly | $245/hr |
| Home/School/Kindy Visit* | 60 min + travel | $245 + travel ($1.00/km) |
*Home, kindy, and school visits are currently available within approximately 10 km of our Springwood clinic. Visits outside this area may be available by prior arrangement.
NDIS (Plan-Managed & Self-Managed Participants)
We offer services aligned with the current NDIS Pricing Arrangements (2025: $193.99/hour).
| Service | Duration | Fee (AUD) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Consultation | 90 min | $290.99 |
| Standard Therapy Session | 60 min | $193.99 |
| Extended Therapy Session | 70 min | $226.15 |
| Comprehensive Therapy Session | 90 min | $290.99 |
| Reports / Travel / Liaison | Hourly | $193.99/hr |
Travel & Mobile Services
Where appropriate, occupational therapy sessions can be provided at home, kindergarten, or school.
Travel charges:
- Travel time: $97.00/hour
- Kilometre rate: $1.00/km (round-trip)
- Example: 15 minutes travel → ~$24.25; 30 minutes travel → ~$48.50
- Maximum travel window – 30 minutes each way
- Sessions beyond this radius by prior agreement only
Standard Therapy Session – 60 Minutes
Time Split: 50 minutes direct therapy / 10 minutes indirect work.
Suitable for most ongoing therapy appointments.
Extended Therapy Session – 70 Minutes
Time Split: Adjusted to individual needs.
This session may be used when:
- The client requires additional time to settle or regulate
- Therapy involves school or service coordination
- Extra communication (emails, phone calls) is required after sessions
Note: Direct therapy time may be adjusted if increased liaison (e.g., regular school contact) is needed to keep total session time appropriate.
Comprehensive Therapy Session – 90 Minutes
Time Split: 60 minutes direct therapy / 30 minutes indirect work.
Recommended when therapy is more complex or resource-intensive. Common reasons include:
- Significant regulation or transition time before therapy can begin
- Consistent follow-up communication with parents, schools, or support teams
- Complex presentations requiring detailed planning and adaptation
- Preparation or creation of individualised resources
- Detailed documentation, reports, or clinical reasoning
It may include:
- Extended therapy time for meaningful engagement
- Preparation of tailored resources and strategies
- Professional communication (emails, phone calls, collaboration)
- Thorough documentation to support goal progression
Medicare Rebates – Chronic Disease Management (CDM)
Clients with a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Plan from their GP may be eligible for up to five subsidised allied health sessions each calendar year, shared across eligible allied health providers (e.g. Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology and Psychology).
Medicare Item Number: 10958 (Occupational Therapy)
Current Medicare Rebate: Approximately $58 per session (subject to Medicare updates).
Eligibility: Available for individuals with a chronic condition that has been present, or is expected to be present, for six months or longer (e.g. autism, developmental delay, ADHD). Your GP will determine eligibility.
Before your first appointment, we’ll confirm all fees, any applicable travel charges, and available funding options. Our team is also happy to liaise with your GP, paediatrician, support coordinator, plan manager, or other members of your treating team to ensure coordinated, client-centred care.