Optiform is a registered provider for the following funding options. We are happy to help you through the funding process.
NDIS (Click to find out more)
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is the new way of providing support for Australians with disability, their families and carers. The NDIS supports people with disability to build skills and capability so they can participate in the community and employment.
To access the NDIS, a person must meet Australian residency requirements, be aged under 65 at the time they apply for the scheme, and demonstrate they have a permanent disability that affects their everyday life.
Optiform is currently registered to provide therapeutic supports through Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology and Behavioural Therapy.
Our NDIS registration covers the following Core Support areas:
- Early Childhood Supports
- Assistive Equip-Recreation
- Improved Daily Living – Therapeutic Supports
- Improved Relationships – Behavioural Supports
To find out more about NDIS and assess your eligibility, visit the NDIS website.
MEDICARE
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Mental Health Care Plans (MHCP)
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Chronic Condition Management Plan
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Medicare Eligible Disability Pathway (M10)
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Neurodevelopmental Conditions (M10)
For more information regarding Care Plans, talk to your therapist, consult with your GP, or visit the Medicare Australia website.
WorkCover
If you’re injured at work and need medical treatment or time off work, you may be eligible for compensation which may include time off work and treatment expenses.
Optiform is registered to provide therapeutic supports for WorkCover clients. Optiform bill the insurance company directly, so there is no charge for you, the client. Please bring your doctors referral and WorkCover claim number to your first appointment. If you are suffering from a work-related issue, you should speak to someone at your workplace and lodge a WorkCover claim.
If you are being treated under WorkCover your therapist will liaise with your case manager to formulate a plan for the best possible treatment for your condition. For more information, click here.
DVA
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) offers a range of grant programs to support veterans and their families. These grants support the commemoration of Australia’s wartime heritage and the development and extension of innovative and sustainable new services to build community capability.
Optiform is registered to provide therapy for DVA clients. For further information, click here.
TAC
The TAC is a Victorian Government-owned organisation that pays for treatment and benefits for people injured in transport accidents, promotes road safety, and improves Victoria’s trauma system. Immediately after a transport accident, TAC will pay the expenses for therapeutic supports such as Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy. All you need is a TAC claim number and approval from your General Practitioner.
For further information, click here.
Private Health Rebates
Private Health Insurance rebates are also available for Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy appointments. Optiform is a registered provider under all known Private Health companies. The ability to access this funding is determined by your level of cover and/or if you have selected Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy as your claimable Allied Health Services. Please contact your Provider for further information regarding rebate amounts/restrictions.
Optiform uses HICAPS (Health Industry Claims and Payment Services), which automatically processes your claim on the day of your appointment. If you are claiming from your health fund, it will process the contribution on the spot, and you pay the remaining gap, if applicable.
Aged Care Package
Optiform welcomes referrals for clients receiving aged care funding through the Support at Home program. Contact our team to discuss further.