New NDIS Price Guide 2025 Released – What You Need to Know!
NDIA published updated Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits on 16 June 2025; the NDIS 2025 price guide changes came into effect on 1 July 2025 for the 2025–26 year. And navigating NDIS updates alone can be tricky.
The good news is, you don’t have to figure it out on your own. We’ve simplified everything here to help you understand what’s changed and how to move forward with confidence.
What Is the NDIS Price Guide?
The NDIS Price Guide (officially called NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits) is a document that sets the maximum prices that registered providers can charge for different types of NDIS supports.
It also includes rules about:
- How providers can bill for travel and admin time
- What happens with cancellations or the unpaid cancellation policies.
- How group or shared supports should be charged
- What’s allowed with non-face-to-face work (like report writing or coordination)
The guide helps protect participants from being overcharged and ensures services are delivered fairly and consistently.
NDIS Price Guide 2025: Key Changes Effective 1 July 2025
Here’s a summary of the most important pricing changes, effective 1 July 2025:
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Lower Rates for Some Therapy Services
From 1 July, the NDIS has introduced lower maximum pricing for certain allied health services. Physiotherapy has been reduced by $10, now capped at $183.99 per hour. Dietetics and podiatry have each dropped by $5, with a new limit of $188.99 per hour. These adjustments are based on a review of real-world costs from sources such as Medicare and private health insurers.
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Consistent National Pricing for Key Therapies
Participants across Australia will now see a single national price for physiotherapy and psychology services, replacing previous variations by state or territory. Notably, the cap for psychology has increased by $10, now set at $232.99 per hour—potentially improving access to quality mental health support nationwide.
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Increase in Support Worker Price Limits
To reflect updates to Australia’s minimum wage and Superannuation Guarantee, the hourly rate for Disability Support Worker (DSW) services will rise by 3.95%. This ensures ongoing provider sustainability and helps maintain reliable care for participants.
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Plan Management Funding Changes
The NDIA has removed the “critical establishment” fee and rural and remote pricing differences for plan management services, resulting in a $35 million reduction in plan management funding.
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New Caps for Art and Music Therapy
As of 1 February 2025, individual art and music therapy sessions will be limited to $68 per hour unless providers can clearly show that the support improves or maintains functional outcomes. While group therapy sessions remain unchanged at $193 per hour. This update has raised questions about continued access for participants who rely on these therapies for emotional or behavioural wellbeing.
You can view the full 2025–26 NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits document or the NDIS Price Guide (PDF) at ndis.gov.au.
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What’s in the New NDIS Price Guide?
Here’s a breakdown of the key changes, effective from 1 July 2025:
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Core Supports Are Increasing
Funding for core supports (like support workers or personal care) is going up by 4.36%. This increase helps match the rising cost of wages and inflation.
Good news: NDIS will automatically adjust participant plans in mid-July to reflect this increase. So there’s no action needed. Liaise with your plan manager, support coordinator or support team to confirm that the update was made.
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Support Worker Pay Rates Going Up
The NDIS price guide for support workers is that the hourly rate for Disability Support Workers (DSWs) is increasing, thanks to the Fair Work Commission’s new wage decision. This means providers can pay their staff fairly while continuing to deliver high-quality care.
The price limit for Level 1 Support Coordination is also increasing.
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Clearer Rules for Providers
The guide now gives better instructions for:
- Cancellations: Providers can charge a fee if services are cancelled with less than 2 business days’ notice (in most cases).
- Non-face-to-face work: Providers must get your agreement before charging for things like reports or phone calls.
- Group supports: Shared supports now include clearer billing for “shadow shifts.” This is where a worker supports you within a group setting.
No Changes to Therapy, Plan Management, or Higher-Level Coordination
If you’re receiving therapy (like OT or speech), using a plan manager, or working with Level 2 or 3 support coordination, the pricing for those supports won’t change.
What This Means for NDIS Participants
If you’re a participant, the most important things to know are:
- Your funding for core supports will go up automatically in July. You don’t need to do anything to receive the increase.
- It’s a good idea to check in with your support coordinator or plan manager to make sure your service agreements reflect the updated prices. And, ask them to keep you updated about the changes and what to expect.
- Be aware of cancellation and billing rules, so your plan funding is used wisely.
How Do I Prepare For Price Guide NDIS Changes?
The 2025 updates to the current NDIS Price Guide are aimed at making the Scheme simpler, fairer, and more transparent for participants. These changes bring more consistent pricing across different areas and help participants better understand how their funding can be used. Some therapy rates have been reduced, which may make it easier to access more sessions without needing extra funding.
Meanwhile, small price increases for key services like psychology and support work help maintain the quality of care and ensure workers are supported too. While it’s a good idea to review your plan to see how the changes affect your budget, this is also a chance to recheck your goals and make sure your supports still meet your needs. By working with your provider or support coordinator, you can stay on track and make the most of your NDIS funding.
What It Means for NDIS Providers
NDIS Providers in Australia need to update their pricing structures to reflect the new price guide. From 1 July 2025, all invoices must:
- Match the updated price limits
- Include clear descriptions of services delivered
- Follow the updated rules for travel, admin, cancellations, and non-face-to-face work
Providers also need to talk to participants about any changes to agreements or service delivery terms.
What It Means for Support Coordinators
Support coordinators will play a key role in helping participants:
- Understand what parts of their funding are changing (and what’s not)
- Review and update service agreements
- Make sure providers are billing correctly under the new rules
- Monitor plan budgets as funding levels change
If you’re a support coordinator, it’s a good time to check in with your participants and help them prepare for the July transition.
Final Thoughts: Keeping NDIS Fair and Flexible
This 2025 NDIS price guide is designed to keep the scheme fair, sustainable, and flexible as the cost of delivering care changes. While some rates are increasing, others are staying the same, and the NDIA has made an effort to simplify the rules for everyone involved.
Whether you’re a participant, provider, or support coordinator, staying informed is the best way to ensure you’re getting the most from your NDIS plan.
If you’re unsure about how these changes affect you, reach out to our team at Maple Community Services! We’re here to help you navigate it all.
