Funding and Fees
At Elissa Dunn Speech Pathology, I aim to keep my fees reasonable while providing a high quality service which reflects my years of experience. I can provide cost estimates prior to any assessment, therapy, visits or reports.
Please do not hesitate to contact me to request a copy of my current Fee Schedule.
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There are several funding options which may help to access my speech pathology service (I will provide you with a receipt to assist with any claims):
Private clients
With or without Private Health Insurance extras cover
Private health insurance rebates may be available for your child under your extras cover.
Please check with your fund regarding your child's eligibility.
National Disability Insurance Scheme
(NDIS)
If your child is a participant in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), you may be able to access NDIS funded speech therapy through your NDIS plan.
Clients who have a 'self-managed' or a 'plan managed' NDIS plan are able to access my services and claim a rebate for my fees under the NDIS (subject to rebate caps and ensuring your child's plan has sufficient budget under 'Improved Daily Living Skills').
I am not NDIA registered, therefore cannot accept NDIA-managed plans.
Medicare rebates
Medicare Chronic Condition Management (CCM) Plans
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Enhanced Primary Care program (EPC)
I am a registered Medicare Provider, which means I can provide services under Chronic Condition Management (CCM) or Enhanced Primary Care program (EPC) with Medicare.
Eligibility for this plan is determined by doctors, based on your child’s level of need. In these cases, a partial refund for up to five services per calendar year is available.
The Medicare rebate does not cover the full cost of my sessions, and my sessions must be paid in full prior to accessing Medicare rebates. I do not bulk bill.
For more information contact your doctor, or visit Speech Pathology Australia's website.
Payment and Cancellation Policy
Payments
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Fees are payable at the conclusion of an appointment via credit/debit card (credit card payment facilities available). For telehealth appointments and any non-clinic based services, an invoice will be emailed to you and fees are payable within 48hrs of receipt of invoice (refer to invoice details on how to pay). Full payment for reports is required before the document is released to the client.
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Cancellation and rescheduling
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A minimum of at least 2 business days prior notice (by phone or email) is required for cancellations or rescheduling. Fees apply for late cancellations/rescheduling and no-show appointments. Please refer to my Fee Schedule or Welcome Letter for full details.