About the NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a once in a generation reform that was rolled out in 2016 by the Australian Government. It was implemented with the intention of improving the lives of people with disability in Australia.
Within the scheme, people with disability have the right to choice and control over their lives including the supports they receive.
Through the NDIS, people with disability can access the reasonable and necessary supports they need, to live the life they choose and achieve their goals and aspirations
Who are the NDIA?
NDIA stands for National Disability Insurance Agency. This is the Commonwealth government agency responsible for the NDIS.
Why use a Registered Provider?
A NDIS registered service provider is a provider that has registered its services and has been approved by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) to deliver NDIS funded services.
To register, providers must meet certain criteria, such as adhering to the NDIS Price Guide, follow specific rules, regulations and agreements when providing services.
Benefits of choosing a registered provider:
The provider has been through the registration process and meets NDIA guidelines
They’re recognised as a provider committing to a high quality standard
Invoices are sent directly to your NDIS portal.
Registered providers must adhere to price caps set by the NDIA
They can deliver certain services that unregistered providers can’t eg. Supported Independent Living.