Medicare Autism Assessment & ADHD Rebates for Under 25s
Looking for a Medicare autism assessment or ADHD assessment for someone under 25? Medicare item 82000 provides a once-in-a-lifetime rebate for comprehensive assessments of neurodevelopmental conditions in young people.
Understanding Item 82000: Rebates for Neurodevelopmental Assessments
Medicare item 82000 supports diagnostic assessment for:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Other neurodevelopmental or pervasive developmental conditions (PDD)
This rebate helps make a detailed Medicare autism assessment more accessible for eligible individuals.
❌ This item cannot be referred by a GP. It must be initiated by a paediatrician or psychiatrist.
Who Is Eligible for Item 82000 Support?
To be eligible for Medicare item 82000, the client must:
- Be under 25 years of age at the time of referral
- Be referred by a paediatrician or psychiatrist (not a GP)
- Require an assessment for a suspected neurodevelopmental condition
What’s Included in Your Neurodevelopmental Evaluation?
At aMAZEin’ Minds Psychology, our assessments typically include:
- A clinical intake session with parent(s)/client
- Cognitive testing (e.g. WISC-V, WAIS-IV)
- Behavioural and diagnostic screeners (e.g. ADOS-2, DIVA-5, BASC-3, CAT-Q)
- School or parent questionnaires
- A feedback session and detailed written report
All assessments are tailored to the individual’s age and needs, with neuroaffirming practices throughout.
For details about our approaches in assessing for Autism, ADHD, and AuDHD, read our following pages:
- Autism – Adult assessments
- ADHD – Adult assessments
- AuDHD – Adult assessments
- Autism – Child & Teen Assessments
- ADHD – Child & Teen Assessments
- AuDHD – Child & Teen Assessments
Medicare Rebates and Assessment Fees
Our Fees page outlines session costs, out-of-pocket fees, and payment options.
Medicare rebates may be available for some psychology sessions with a valid referral or eligible Medicare plan.
As of 1 July 2026, current Medicare rebates include:
- Clinical Psychologists: $149.05 per eligible session.
- Registered Psychologists: $101.55 per eligible session.
- Provisional Psychologists: Medicare rebates are not available.
- Report fees: These fees are NOT subject to Medicare rebates.
Rebates are subject to Medicare eligibility, referral requirements, and session limits. Medicare rebates are processed after each appointment has been paid in full.
How to Refer for a Medicare Autism Asses
- Book an appointment with a paediatrician or psychiatrist
- Request a referral for Medicare item 82000
- Email the referral to: info@amazeinminds.com.au
Why Choose Us for a Medicare Autism Assessment?
- Expert Educational and Developmental Psychologists
- Clear, neurodiversity-affirming diagnostic reports
- Services for children, teens, and young adults
- Clinic in Mount Waverley, with telehealth available
Book or Learn More
Have questions about the Medicare autism assessment or want to begin the process?
📞 03 7046 4528
📧 info@amazeinminds.com.au
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📍 Our clinic is based in Mount Waverley, in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. We support clients from nearby areas including Glen Waverley, Wheelers Hill, Burwood, Chadstone, Ashwood, Notting Hill, Clayton, Oakleigh, and Mulgrave. Telehealth appointments are also available across Victoria and throughout Australia.
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