In July 2022 the NDIA introduced some changes to the way that plan reviews work. With these changes in place, there is also some new language and terminology to help to prevent confusion especially about different kinds of “reviews”.
The table below provides an easy comparison of what has changed when it comes to plan reviews and what it means for you.
What the NDIA call it |
What the NDIA used to call it |
What does mean for you? |
Reassessment date of a participant’s plan |
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Plan reassessment (Participant or Agency initiated) |
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You can ask for a reassessment at any time.
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Plan variation |
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Internal review of decision |
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Further information
Our NDIS Support Coordinators and Plan Managers are based in Brisbane and ready to help. You can email enquiries@infocusdisabilitty.org.au, call us on 1800 928 437 or use our contact form and we will be in touch.
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