NDIS occupational therapy rates 2026 and how many sessions your budget buys

NDIS occupational therapy rate 2026-27

NDIS occupational therapy (support item 15_617_0128_1_3) has a national price limit of $193.99 per hour for 2026-27. This is the maximum rate for plan-managed and NDIA-managed participants.

What does NDIS OT cover?

Occupational therapy helps you build skills for daily living, work, and community participation. NDIS-funded OT typically includes:

• Assessment and goal setting
• Therapy sessions (in-clinic, home, or community)
• Equipment prescription and training
• Home modification assessments
• Report writing (up to specified limits)

How many sessions can my budget buy?

If you have $3,000 in your Capacity Building budget for OT:

• $3,000 ÷ $193.99/hr = 15.5 hours
• At 1 hour per session = 15 sessions
• At 45 minutes per session = 20 sessions

Use the Therapy Sessions Calculator to work out your budget.

Travel and report-writing time

OTs can claim travel time and report-writing time separately (subject to limits in the PAPL). Check with your OT about their invoicing practices.

Find NDIS occupational therapists

• Browse NDIS OTs near you
• OT price guide item page

Sources

• NDIS Support Catalogue 2026-27
• Effective date: 24 September 2026
• Last checked: 16 October 2026

General information only: This guide provides general information. Check your plan or speak with your support coordinator if unsure.