It can be confusing to understand what funding is available to support your child. We are here to help you access various funding schemes that are available. To the Moon & Back has extensive knowledge in this area and we encourage families to contact us to discuss the different funding options you may be eligible to access.
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was launched in July 2013 in the Hunter area. It is a new way for people with a disability to receive support while offering greater choice, control and a lifetime approach to each individual’s needs. From July 2016, the NDIS will be progressively rolled out in NSW and by July 2018, all eligible Australian residents will be covered. The NDIS is available to people who have a significant and permanent disability and need assistance with a range of activities.
The NDIS provides people with a disability direct access to a pool of funds. Each person’s budget for disability services and support is based on an assessment of their individual needs and goals, for now and for their future development, fulfillment and well-being.
Speech pathology services are rebatable under certain private health funds. If you do have private health insurance, you may be eligible for a rebate, depending on your type of cover. Please contact your health fund to obtain details on rebates.
Sometimes we may need to apply with your specific health fund to be an approved service provider, before you are able to claim for service with To the Moon & Back. We are more than happy to complete the application process, but please note that this process may take up to 3 weeks for approval.
To the Moon & Back is a registered Medicare provider. Medicare is Australia’s health care system which gives people some money back after they have seen a doctor or other private health services.
To the Moon & Back is able to offer to offer services under two programs under Medicare.
This plan is set up by your General Practitioner and will provide funding towards up to 5 sessions of therapy per year. The five sessions may be made up of one type of service or a combination of different types of services. Please note that there is an out of pocket fee associated with services under the CDM. This will vary depending on the rebate amount.
This program is set up by your Paediatrician. It provides funding towards a total of 4 sessions for assessment and up to 20 sessions of therapy until your child turns 13 years of age. Please note that there is an out of pocket fee associated with services under this package. This will vary depending on the rebate amount.
Name of Medicare Program
Who can use the program?
How many times can I use the program?
Who do I need to speak to?
Which private services can I use?
Helping Children with Autism (HCWA)
Under 13 years
4 assessment sessions to assist with the diagnosis in total
Not every year
NB: chat that your therapist is registered with this item before starting therapy
Helping children with Autism
(HCWA)
Under 15 years
20 therapy sessions in total
Not every year
NB: chat that your therapist is registered with this item before starting therapy
Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Plan
Any age
5 therapy sessions in total
Every year
NB: chat that your therapist is registered with this item before starting therapy
