Medicare
Here you can find a list of programs covered by Medicare, that support those living with Autism. It includes useful information on how access and claim.
Helping Children With Autism - Under 13
Who can use the program
Under 13 Years
How many times can I use the program
4 assessment sessions in total not every year
Who do I need to speak to
Paediatrician
Psychiatrist
Which private services can I use
Speech Pathologist
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Psychologist
Audiologist
Optometrist
Physiotherapist
Orthoptist
Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Plan
Who can use the program
Any Age
How many times can I use the program
5 therapy sessions in total every year
Who do I need to speak to
GP (local doctor)
Which private services can I use
Speech Pathologist
Psychologist
Dietician
Audiologist
Diabetes Educator
Osteopath
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Physiotherapist
Aboriginal Health Worker
Chiropractor
Exercise Physiologist
Podiatrist
Helping Children With Autism - Under 15
Who can use the program
Under 15 Years
How many times can I use the program
20 therapy sessions in total not every year
Who do I need to speak to
Paediatrician
Psychiatrist
Which private services can I use
Speech Pathologist
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Psychologist
Audiologist
Optometrist
Physiotherapist
Orthoptist
Better Access To Mental Health Care Plan
Who can use the program
Any Age
How many times can I use the program
6 (+4 extra with referral) individual therapy sessions and 6 (+4 extra with referral) group therapy sessions in total every year
Who do I need to speak to
GP (local doctor)
Which private services can I use
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Psychologist
Social Worker