Common Item Numbers

The following information is provided to support with basic understanding of how to code for services provided with examples of basic supports which are able to be claimed. It's important to note that the supports available to each participant will vary depending on their NDIS plan inclusions.

The table below will help you identify the best item number to use and any relevant travel-related expenses. For the current pricing-limits, please refer to the current NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Pricing Limits.

Support Worker (In Home Support)

Code	Description	Travel Time	Activity-Based	Non-Labour Cost
01_011_0107_1_1	Assistance With Self-Care Activities (Weekday)	01_011_0107_1_1	NA	01_799_0107_1_1
01_012_0107_1_1	Assistance With Self-Care Activities (Saturday)	01_012_0107_1_1	NA	01_799_0107_1_1
01_013_0107_1_1	Assistance With Self-Care Activities (Public Hol)	01_013_0107_1_1	NA	01_799_0107_1_1
01_014_0107_1_1	Assistance With Self-Care Activities (Sunday)	01_014_0107_1_1	NA	01_799_0107_1_1
01_015_0107_1_1	Assistance With Self-Care Activities (Wk Evening)	01_015_0107_1_1	NA	01_799_0107_1_1

Support Worker (Community)

Code	Description	Travel Time	Activity-Based	Non-Labour Cost
04_102_0125_6_1	Community Social and Rec Activ (Public Holiday)	04_102_0125_6_1	04_590_0125_6_1	04_799_0125_6_1
04_103_0125_6_1	Community Social and Rec Activ (Wkday Evening)	04_103_0125_6_1	04_590_0125_6_1	04_799_0125_6_1
04_104_0125_6_1	Community Social and Rec Activ (Weekday)	04_104_0125_6_1	04_590_0125_6_1	04_799_0125_6_1
04_105_0125_6_1	Community Social and Rec Activ (Saturday)	04_105_0125_6_1	04_590_0125_6_1	04_799_0125_6_1
04_106_0125_6_1	Community Social and Rec Activ (Sunday)	04_106_0125_6_1	04_590_0125_6_1	04_799_0125_6_1

Claiming Travel: The travel-time, activity-based and non-labour codes support the primary service being provided. They are not a mandatory charge and should adhere to NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Pricing Limits. These should be negotiated with the participant prior to being charged. Understanding travel-related charges.

What Can I Claim?

The follow list is provided to assist you to understand some common related supports and if they are typically NDIS funded. Please note that if this support is written in the participant's current NDIS plan, the support is able to be provided if within current NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Pricing Limits.

Support	✅ Standard Supports	⚠️ May Require NDIS Approval	❌ Not NDIS Funded
Assistance with self-care activities	Personal Hygiene: Showering, bathing, hair washing, essential nail cutting Mobility Assistance: Transfers, repositioning and mobility aids as recommended by personal care professionals Assistance with eating and drinking Dressing and toileting	Supports provided in residential aged care settings High Intensity Daily Personal Activities for participants with complex care needs (requiring workers with specialised qualifications)	Haircuts or hair treatments (e.g., styling, dyeing, extensions) Manicures, pedicures, nail painting, nail decorations Standard living expenses unrelated to disability support Supports already covered by other government systems (e.g., aged care, education)
Community Social and Recreational Activities	Supports that assist a participant to take part in community, social, cultural and civic activities which align with their NDIS plan, e.g. attending a hobby group, volunteering, accessing local activities, participating in sports/recreation, social events, shopping for personal items/groceries, attending appointments, developing social skills and exploring new interests.	Attending medical appointments	Payment for activities, e.g. bowling Tickets to theme parks, tourism and entertainment operators. Tickets to music, theatre, cinema, sporting events and entrance fees.

💡Other Tips

Unit Price: The unit price the direct supports are in hours. Billing should be charged in hours, e.g. if 90 mins of cleaning was provided, this should be charged as a quantity of 1.5 x $x.xx per hour.
Invoice Requirements: The NDIS provide clear guidelines on essential invoice requirements to enable a claim to be submitted. Learn more, Invoice Essentials.
GST: The above services are GST free under ATO NDIS related legislation. This applied even if you are registered for GST. Learn more, ATO GST information.
Location: These supports can only be claimed in Australia unless prior NDIS approval is obtained.