Rebates for Children’s Health Services at Kids First

Medicare

Medicare provides support to families through a variety of rebate programs. Your child’s eligibility for this support will be determined and co-ordinated by your family doctor or paediatrician.

1. The Mental Health Care Program which covers conditions such as; anxiety, depression, ADHD, ADD and sleeping, eating and bi-polar disorders. Treatments include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Social Skills Training. If your child is eligible for this program, it can be activated by your GP.

2. The Enhanced Primary Health Care Program which provides rebates for children and adolescents with complex care needs requiring medium to long term support from Allied Health professionals like Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists and Psychologists. If your child  is eligible for this program, it can be activated by your GP.

3. The Helping Children with Autism Program which supports early intervention treatment for children aged up to 7 years and additional support for children aged 7-12 with an ASD. These items also apply to other less prevalent, pervasive developmental disorders such as Rett’s Disorder, and Childhood Disintegrative Disorder. To be eligible for this program, your child must have an ASD diagnosis. Further information is available from the “Helping Children with Autism” Inquiry line on 1800 289 177 or the Helping Children with Autism website

Health Funds

All of the children’s health professionals at Kids First are registered for private health insurance rebates. Your level of cover will be determined by the specifics of your policy. Please check directly with your fund for more information.