Occupational Therapy Cost Calculator
Estimate the cost of an occupational therapy session. The session type and whether the provider bulk-bills or charges a gap are the main drivers. Estimates are the full fee, before any Medicare or private health rebate.
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OT fees follow a recommended schedule. A GP care plan can give Medicare-rebated visits for chronic conditions, NDIS funds OT for participants, and private extras cover it, so check which applies, it changes the cost a lot.
💰 Ways to save
- Ask your GP whether you qualify for a care plan, it can give Medicare-rebated sessions and cut the out-of-pocket cost.
- Check your private health extras cover, many policies rebate a set amount per allied-health visit.
- Ask whether the provider bulk-bills or offers a lower fee for concession card holders.
How we estimate this
Occupational therapy in Australia typically costs around $160 to $220 in 2026 per session (the full fee), more for home or school visits. Care plans, NDIS funding and private extras can reduce or cover the cost.
Pricing reviewed: November 2026.
Understanding occupational therapy costs in Australia
Occupational therapy in Australia typically costs around $160 to $220 in 2026 per session (the full fee), more for home or school visits. Care plans, NDIS funding and private extras can reduce or cover the cost.
An OT session fee follows a recommended schedule, with home and school visits costing more for travel and time. A GP care plan (chronic conditions), NDIS funding (participants) and private extras can reduce or cover it.
Frequently asked questions
How much does occupational therapy cost in Australia?
Roughly $160 to $220 in 2026 per session before any rebate or funding, more for home visits. Care plans, NDIS and private extras can reduce or cover it. This is indicative pricing, not medical advice.
Is occupational therapy covered by Medicare or NDIS?
A GP care plan can give Medicare-rebated OT visits for chronic conditions, and NDIS funds OT for eligible participants. Private health extras also cover it. Which applies depends on your situation, so check all three.
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