NDIS Podiatry

Advance Foot Clinic Podiatry is a registered NDIS provider, which means we are fully accredited to provide podiatry services to NDIS participants across our Brisbane clinics.

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a federal government program that funds support and services for Australians living with a permanent and significant disability. If foot health is relevant to your disability or your ability to live independently, NDIS funding may cover the podiatry care you need.

Our dedicated team of experienced podiatrists is here to help you understand your options and get the most from your NDIS plan.

What is NDIS podiatry?

NDIS podiatry refers to foot care services that are funded through a participant’s NDIS plan. Because the NDIS is designed to fund supports that are directly linked to a person’s disability, podiatry treatment must have a clear connection to your condition and your goals.

Podiatry can be included in your NDIS plan when it helps you to:

Improve or maintain mobility and independence
Manage foot and lower limb conditions caused or worsened by your disability
Develop new skills in self-care
Reduce the risk of further injuries
Enhance your quality of life and daily functioning

Who can access NDIS podiatry services?

To access podiatry through the NDIS, you need to be an NDIS participant with an approved plan that includes funding for podiatry. Eligibility for the NDIS requires that a person has a permanent and significant disability that substantially reduces their ability to participate in everyday activities

Podiatry treatment may be appropriate under your NDIS plan for conditions such as:

Disorders that cause difficulty walking, such as cerebral palsy or acquired brain injury
Mobility limitations that make safe foot and nail care difficult
Toe-walking associated with sensory processing difficulties
Intellectual disability that affects a person's ability to perform general foot care
Foot pain or ankle instability that affects independence in daily activities

If you are unsure whether podiatry is covered by your plan, speak with your plan manager or support coordinator.

What podiatry services are covered under NDIS?

As a registered NDIS provider, we offer a broad range of foot care services that may be funded through your NDIS plan, depending on your individual goals and funding. These include:

General foot care, including nail cutting and hard skin removal
Custom orthotics or braces to support mobility
Assistance with sourcing appropriate orthopaedic or custom footwear
Treatment of ingrown toenails and other nail conditions
Management of foot, ankle, knee, and leg pain

Every treatment plan is tailored to your unique needs and goals. For a full overview of the treatments we offer, visit our treatments page.

Understanding your NDIS plan

Your NDIS plan sets out your goals and how your funding is allocated. There are three ways your NDIS plan can be managed, and we work with all of them:

Please note that if you are also eligible for Medicare’s Chronic Disease Management Plan, this funding is generally used first before NDIS funding is applied.

How to get started: step-by-step

Step 1

Confirm podiatry is in your NDIS plan

Check that your current NDIS plan includes funding for podiatry services. If it does not, you can request a plan review at any time, it does not need to wait until your scheduled review date. Contact your plan manager or support coordinator to get this started.

If you are self-managed, you can skip directly to booking your appointment.

Step 2

Gather your NDIS information

Before your first appointment, it helps to have the following details ready:

Your NDIS participant number
Your plan management type (agency, plan managed, or self managed)
Your NDIS plan start and end dates
The scope of funding available for podiatry within your plan
Your date of birth and current residential address
Next of kin name and contact number

For plan managed participants, you will also need:

For agency managed participants, you will also need:

For self managed participants:

Step 3

Book your first appointment

You can book an appointment online or call your preferred clinic location directly. When booking, please let us know that your appointment will be under the NDIS so we can allow extra time for the initial paperwork.

You are welcome to bring a support person or support worker to your appointment.

Step 4

Attend your first appointment

At your first appointment, your podiatrist will review your NDIS information, take a full history, and complete an assessment of your foot health needs. Together, you will agree on a treatment plan and sign your service agreement, which outlines the services to be provided and the expected costs covered by your NDIS funding.

If you have completed a new patient form online prior to your visit, please ensure your medical history and current medications are included.

Step 5

Ongoing appointments and plan reviews

Your podiatrist will work with you through your treatment plan across follow-up appointments. You are always welcome to request changes to your service agreement. Generally, your agreement is reviewed annually or when your NDIS plan is reviewed.

Our podiatrists

Our skilled team of podiatrists is experienced in working with NDIS participants of all ages, including children and adults with a wide range of disabilities. We take the time to understand each person’s unique needs and lifestyle, and we are committed to providing quality care that supports greater independence and improved foot health.

We understand that navigating the NDIS can feel overwhelming. Our team is here to make the process as simple and straightforward as possible, so you can focus on your health and wellbeing.

Take the first step towards happy and healthy feet.

Ready to give your feet the care they deserve? Book your appointment online or call us and experience our expert podiatry services at any of our five clinic locations.

Call 1300 76 33 66