Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy for NDIS
- How do I access one of these services?
- Step by step process of what you need to do
- What is the difference between Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy?
How do I access Exercise Physiology or Physiotherapy through NDIS?
To access NDIS funded Exercise Physiology or Physiotherapy services, you need an NDIS plan with funding allocated to:
- “Improved Health and Wellbeing” or “Improved Daily Living” under the “Capacity Building” category.
- You’ll need to request the support in your NDIS planning meeting, explaining how it aligns with your goals and demonstrating that it’s “reasonable and necessary”
Here is a more detailed breakdown
- Have an NDIS Plan:
- You must be an NDIS participant with a funded plan.
- Your plan should include funding under the “Capacity Building” section, specifically within “Improved Health and Wellbeing” or “Improved Daily Living”.
- Request Exercise Physiology or Physiotherapy in your Plan Meeting:
- During your NDIS plan review meeting, you’ll need to discuss your needs and how an exercise physiologist can help you achieve your goals.
- Be prepared to explain how the support is “reasonable and necessary” and aligns with your overall goals.
- Consider how it fits with your other supports.
- Choose your Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist at Clinic 88:
- Not sure which Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist will suit your needs? Call us and we will make sure you are booked to see the most appropriate Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist
- Treatment Plan and Service Agreement:
- Once you choose your Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist, they will conduct an initial assessment to understand your needs and goals.
- They will then develop a treatment plan outlining the type and frequency of exercise therapy.
- You’ll need to sign a service agreement with the Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist.
- Claiming and Paying:
- The Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist will invoice the NDIS for the services provided.
- You can manage your NDIS funding through the NDIS myplace participant portal.
- Some NDIS participants may also be eligible for Medicare rebates for Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy services, but this requires a specific doctor’s referral and there will be a gap fee.
