• > PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE

    Families with private health insurance may be eligible for a rebate for Speech Pathology and/or Occupational Therapy.

    Please check with your health fund to confirm your level of cover and available rebate.

  • > MEDICARE - MBS M10

    From 1 March 2026, Medicare expanded access to Speech Pathology rebates for children and young people under 25 with a diagnosed or suspected:
    - Speech sound disorder
    - Stuttering
    - Cleft lip and/or palate

    * Eligible patients may access rebates for up to 8 assessment/diagnostic sessions and 20 treatment sessions.
    * A referral from a GP, specialist or consultant physician is required. Eligibility criteria apply.

  • > MEDICARE GP-CCMP

    Children with an eligible chronic condition may be able to access Medicare rebates for Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy through a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan.

    * Eligible patients can generally access up to 5 allied health services per calendar year. Eligibility criteria apply.

  • > NDIS

    Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy may be funded through the NDIS for eligible participants where the support relates to their plan goals and meets NDIS requirements. The Kids Nook supports self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants. At this time, we are unable to support NDIA-Managed participants. If you have questions about using your NDIS funding for therapy, please get in touch with our team.

PLEASE NOTE

    • Families may also be eligible for other government support such as the Carer Allowance, depending on their individual circumstances. We recommend confirming your eligibility with Centrelink/Services Australia.
    • Funding and rebate eligibility varies between individuals and programs, and a gap fee may apply. We recommend confirming your eligibility with Medicare, your GP, health fund or NDIS provider.
If you're unsure which funding option may apply to your child, our friendly team at The Kids Nook is happy to help you understand your options!