Hiring Equipment
Can we claim hired equipment from a client’s ongoing quarterly Support at Home budget?
No. Assistive technology equipment must be claimed through the client’s Assistive Technology and Home Modifications scheme funding, not from their ongoing quarterly funds.
What if the participant does not have AT-HM funding approved?
If the client needs to hire equipment and does not have sufficient AT-HM funding, a Funding Application Form and documents providing evidence of need can be completed and submitted to My Aged Care. The Department states that if the AT-HM funding tier is insufficient, providers can request a Support Plan Review with evidence to increase the funding tier.
What code should be used on the invoice?
Use the Services Australia claiming code that matches the type of equipment, not a separate “hire” code.
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Equipment being hired |
Services Australia claiming code – to be on the invoice |
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Mobility item, such as wheelchair, walker, shower chair, bed pole, transfer aid |
SERV-0063 Mobility products |
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Continence, toileting, showering, dressing or personal care equipment |
SERV-0062 Self-care products |
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Domestic/adaptive household item |
SERV-0064 Domestic life products |
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Communication, alerting, tracking or information management device |
SERV-0065 Communication and information management products |
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Product supporting body functions, such as pressure care, positioning, respiratory or body support items |
SERV-0061 Managing body functions |
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Clinician prescription, assessment or set-up support for AT |
SERV-0066 Assistive technology prescription and clinical support |