NDIS Price Guide Changes: What You Need to Know
The scheme evolves constantly, and staying across genuine changes protects your funding and your peace of mind. Here's what's actually changed recently, and how to stay informed going forward.
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The scheme's pricing and rules don't stay static, and a handful of genuinely significant changes are worth flagging right now, particularly around Supported Independent Living.
SIL Providers Move to a New Claim Code
SIL claims moved to a dedicated new code, separating them from the broader Daily Tasks/Shared Living category they previously shared. Participants don't need to do anything themselves, this is a provider-side administrative change.
Mandatory Registration for SIL Providers
Registration became mandatory for anyone delivering SIL, closing what had previously been an option for unregistered providers in this specific category. Existing plans and funding remain unaffected.
Why this matters if you're choosing a SIL provider: confirming registration status is now a genuinely essential first step, not just a nice-to-have.
Beyond these specific changes, the price limits providers can charge under NDIA-managed funding are reviewed periodically, so it's genuinely worth checking current figures directly rather than relying on older information you might have seen elsewhere. If you're self-managed or plan-managed, remember prices can also be negotiated individually with your provider, within reason.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to do anything because of the SIL claim code change?
No, this is a provider-side administrative change and doesn't require action from participants.
Can unregistered providers still deliver SIL?
No, registration became mandatory for SIL providers from 1 October 2026.
Will my current SIL support be affected by these changes?
Existing plans and funding remain unaffected, these changes relate to provider administration, not participant funding levels.
How often does the Price Guide change?
It's reviewed periodically, so it's worth checking current figures directly rather than relying on older information.
Can I negotiate prices with my provider?
If you're self-managed or plan-managed, yes, prices can be negotiated individually. NDIA-managed funding is locked to the Price Guide's set limits.
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