NDIS receives $105.9 m boost The significant funding injection was revealed alongside the new NDIA Board, which comprises mostly reappointments but lacks a GP presence.
GPs’ role in navigating the NDIS continues to be overlooked The NDIS planning interim report makes some useful recommendations for improvements to the scheme in future – but fails to recognise the key part GPs play in the process.
Six core areas of NDIS plan revealed Final stages of the NDIS overhaul come after reviews of the process revealed major improvements are needed.
NDIS underspend continues The Government has now spent $4.6 billion less on the scheme than originally anticipated, with the savings put towards the Budget bottom line.
NDIS review to streamline processes The Federal Government has announced a thorough assessment of the scheme, designed to cut red tape and reduce wait times.
GPs’ role in linking patients with the NDIS The new RACGP resource can help assess patient eligibility for the NDIS and give information on how to access it.
Increase to NDIS price limits good news for rural providers The Federal Government has announced a spending boost to the scheme, with particular benefits for service providers in rural and remote areas.
After a major spinal injury, this renowned GP is determined to get back to work A crowdfunding campaign has sprung up to help Professor Chris Del Mar transition from hospital to home.
Government’s NDIS growth figures ‘pretty meaningless’: GP Dr James Best discusses the gap between the Government’s positive depiction of the NDIS and the experiences of people navigating the scheme.
Difficulty accessing the NDIS blamed for unspent $1.6 billion The Government has cited slower-than-expected uptake of the scheme, but experts say bureaucracy and administrative issues have blocked access.