Here are some typical questions asked.
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How do I make an appointment?
Do I need a doctor’s referral?
How much will Speech Pathology cost?
Our fees are based upon the type of service we provide and the time that we spend with you. We offer a range of services including assessments, reviews, treatment sessions and programming. These services will be tailored to your individual needs, but you can refer to the guide below to give you an approximate guide to the cost. Please contact us to discuss what may apply in your individual circumstances.
As a guide only the following rates apply:
- 30 minute therapy session $85
- 45 minute therapy session $116
- 60 minute therapy session $155
- 1 Hour assessment (preschool aged child) $250
- 1.5 Hour assessment (school aged child) $305
- We are NDIA registered, please call Speech and Learning Services to discuss our fee template for NDIS clients.
Can I claim any rebates from my private health insurance fund or Medicare?
You may also be eligible for rebates for up to five (5) appointments per calendar year, through the Medicare Allied Health Initiative. Your doctor will need to complete an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) form before you attend Speech Pathology. You will be required to pay for your Speech Pathology services at the time of your appointment, and then we can process/refund the Medicare portion on your behalf.
Some clients may be eligible to claim additional rebates from Medicare under the “Helping Children With Autism” package.
- We are NDIA registered, please call Speech and Learning Services to discuss our fee template for NDIS clients.
Are you an NDIS Service Provider?
If you have a plan-managed plan, we will bill your plan manager directly and receive payments from them.
If you have a self-managed plan, you pay each time your child attends a session and you will be issued a receipt. You will then enter the information into the NDIS portal yourself.
How do I know Speech Pathology is required?
It’s never too early to ask a question or seek advice. Feel free to telephone us to discuss your concerns, and we will be happy to provide obligation free advice about whether an assessment and/or treatment may be warranted, or whether monitoring only is required.
As a general rule, Speech Pathology may be beneficial if:
- you or others have difficulty understanding your child’s speech
- your child has difficulty following instructions or understanding new information
- you often have to repeat or rephrase information and/or instructions for your child
- your child’s vocabulary and/or ability to form sentences and tell stories is not as great as other children of the same age
- your child stutters
- your child speaks very loudly, very softly, or with a harsh or husky voice
- your child is not keeping up with school work or has below average reading and spelling skills
your child has difficulty communicating appropriately in social settings
My child has difficulty with reading and/or spelling, why have I been referred to a Speech Pathologist?
We teach a ‘phonics-based’ approach to reading and spelling and follow the MultiLit Programme to teach phonic rules.
How long will I need to attend?
How long will I need to wait for an appointment?
How can I get more information?
- phone on (02) 9526 2788
- email: info@speech-learning.com.au or kerry@speech-learning.com.au
General information about Speech Pathology can be found at: www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au.