Fees Structure Overview
Standard Therapy Rate – Privately Funded
The Australian Psychological Society (APS) recommended rate is $330 per hour (2026-2027 financial year). Please see our fee structure set below this rate, at a maximum of $240 per hour.
Note: If you have a valid Medicare referral, we can process your rebate on the spot, which will be deposited into your bank account within 24-48 hours.
- $20 additional for a Weekday After Hours Appointment (Appointments before 9am and from 5pm on Weekdays);
- Therapy reporting is charged at an hourly rate
Clinical
Psychology Registrar
$240 per hour
Medicare Rebate: $101.55
Gap After Rebate: $138.45
Clinical Neuropsychology Registrar
$240 per hour
Medicare Rebate: $101.55
Gap After Rebate: $138.45
Occupational
Therapist
$200 per hour
Medicare Rebate: $63.40
Gap After Rebate: $136.80
Assessment Costs
The total cost for assessments varies based on the complexity and specific requirements of each referral. The assessment cost is all-inclusive, covering the face-to-face time with the clinician (approximately 3-4 hours), cost of test materials, gathering collateral information, scoring and data interpretation, and preparation of the professional report. Please email us or submit an enquiry with a brief description of your needs. This allows us to determine the appropriate depth of testing required and provide you with a transparent, accurate quote before you commit to the process.
Note: Full payment can be provided after the initial session or it can be split across two payments (half after the initial session and the remainder before the report is released). Some assessments also include a dedicated feedback session to discuss the findings and recommendations as part of the initial quote; whether this is included in the fee depends on the specific nature of the assessment.
Email: admin@hillsneuropsych.com.au
Privately or Self-Funded
You can directly access our services using private or self-funding. Fees are charged according to our standard practice rates which vary depending on the service.
Speak to our administration team by contacting us via email or complete our online referral form
Medicare Care Plans
Medicare provides partial subsidies (rebates) for clients who hold a valid referral plan from a GP, Psychiatrist, or Paediatrician. You pay the full session fee upfront and receive a fixed rebate back from Medicare. We accept the following plans:
1. Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP / Better Access Initiative)
Services: Registered Psychology
Allocation: You can access up to 10 rebated individual sessions per calendar year, as well as up to 10 Group sessions.
Rebate Structure: Registered Psychologists and Clinical Psychology Registrars (Standard Consult, 50+ mins): $101.55 rebate per session.
2. Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Plan
Suitable for clients with chronic or complex medical conditions (lasting >6 months), developmental delays, or neurodevelopmental conditions.
Services: Occupational Therapy and Psychology Allocation: You can access up to 5 rebated sessions per calendar year across all participating allied health disciplines combined.
Rebate Structure: Allied Health / OT: Fixed rebate of $63.40 per consult (20 mins minimum).
3. Complex Neurodevelopmental Disorders Plan
Services: Occupational Therapy and Psychology Allocation: Up to 4 assessment sessions total per lifetime for assessment and diagnosis (under age 25, referred by a Specialist/Paediatrician). Up to 20 treatment sessions total per lifetime for eligible allied health intervention. Rebate Structure: OT Assessment/Treatment: $89.50 rebate per session.
Speak with your GP, Psychiatrist, or Paediatrician
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Self-Managed and Plan-Managed NDIS Participants can access our assessment, therapy, and rehabilitation services with NDIS funding allocated under Capacity Building (Improved Daily Living).
Assessments may be used as formal clinical evidence to support NDIS eligibility and plan renewal. We charge according to our private rate below the NDIS price guide (currently $252.99 per hour). There is typically no out-of-pocket gap if you have sufficient "Capacity Building" funding in your plan.
- Psychology: Billed below the official NDIS cap at $240 per hour.
- Occupational Therapy: Billed at the official NDIS cap of $193.99 per hour.
- Assessment quotes are customised based on individual participant needs and follow the NDIS price guides.
Speak to your NDIS Support Coordinator, Local Area Coordinator (LAC), or contact our administrative team.
Aged Care Package Services
In Australia, government-funded aged care is generally accessible to people aged 65 years and older, or 50 years and older for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people (or those experiencing/at risk of homelessness).
Aged Care Packages may be used to cover psychological and occupational therapy assessments/therapies for older adults receiving Home Care Packages (HCP) or Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) funding.
Accessing these services will depend on your available budget and requires approval from your Aged Care provider. Invoices are sent directly to your Package Provider at agreed provider rates (typically standard hourly clinical rates). No out-of-pocket cost to you if approved under your package budget.
Speak to your Aged Care Package Manager, Home Care Provider Case Manager, or contact our administrative team.
To apply for government-funded aged care in Australia, individuals (or someone acting on their behalf) must go through My Aged Care (Click the image above to visit the My Aged Care Website).
Department of Veteran's Affairs (DVA)
Fully funded mental health and OT services for eligible veterans and dependants holding a Gold Card or White Card (where treatment relates specifically to an accepted service-related condition). Sessions are billed directly per the DVA Allied Health Schedule. There are no out-of-pocket costs for the client.
Access requires a valid, current referral. Speak to your GP for a DVA referral (D904 form or GP letter) or a DVA Advocate (Click the image above to access the D904 referral form).
Return To Work SA
May be used to cover Psychological and Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment for workers recovering from compensable work-related injuries or conditions in South Australia. Fees are charged according to the RTWSA fee schedule. Invoices are sent directly to the claims manager with prior claim acceptance. For workplace injury claims, fees are typically covered by the insurer, meaning there are no out-of-pocket costs for the client.
Speak to your WorkCover / RTWSA Claims Agent / Case Manager or treating GP. They can contact us directly.
Private Health Insurance
Partial fund rebates on Psychology and OT assessment and intervention may be provided for clients with eligible "Extras" cover. Fees are charged according to our standard private practice rates. You pay the full fee upfront and claim the rebate from your insurer via HICAPS or your fund's app. Gap fees are variable and depend entirely on your specific policy. Rebates typically range from $30–$110/session depending on your policy
Speak to your Private Health Fund Provider to confirm individual annual limits and what your specific "Extras" policy covers
Lifetime Support Authority (LSA)
LSA funding may be accessible to individuals seriously injured in motor vehicle accidents in South Australia who are registered under the Lifetime Support Scheme (LSS). It may be used to cover our assessment, therapy, and cognitive rehabilitation services. Fees are charged directly to LSA at approved scheme rates upon pre-approval of service requests. There are no out-of-pocket costs for the client.
Speak to your LSA Service Planner or Coordinator. They can contact us directly to arrange service approval
Inclusive Employment Services (IES)
Employment-provider funded psychological and OT services to assist job seekers with disability/health conditions in gaining capacity or employment accommodations via specialised assessments and intervention. Invoices are sent directly to the DES Provider as per the agreed contract/quote rates There are no out-of-pocket costs for the client.
Speak to your DES Provider Consultant or Employment Case Manager. They can contact us directly.
Employment Adjustment Plan (EAP)
Employer-sponsored short-term mental health support, assessments, or workplace accommodations funded directly by an employer or organisation. Fees are charged according to the standard corporate rate. Invoices are sent directly to the employer or EAP partner organisation. There are no out-of-pocket costs for the client.
Speak to your HR Department, EAP Coordinator or Manager. They can contact us directly.
Insurance Funded
Coverage for therapy, assessment, and rehabilitation funded via third-party insurance policies (e.g., Income Protection, Compulsory Third Party (CTP) motor accident claims, Total and Permanent Disability TPD claims. Fees are charged directly to the insurer at approved insurance rates or standard practice rates with pre-approval once full liability or service funding approval is granted. There are no out-of-pocket costs for the client.
Speak to your Insurance Claims Assessor or Rehabilitation Case Manager.
Important Note: The funding information and fee schedules provided on this website are intended as a general guide only and may change without notice. Scheme rules and eligibility criteria vary based on individual circumstances. Clients should always verify their specific coverage, active plan details, and potential out-of-pocket costs directly with their GP, Case Manager, Support Coordinator, or Funding Provider before booking services.