Learn how to make your NDIS plan work for you by using Exercise Physiology supports to build independence, mobility, and daily living skills.
Why Exercise Physiology Belongs in Your NDIS Plan
If you’re a participant in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), your plan is designed to help you live
more independently, build capacity, and participate fully in life. Exercise Physiology (EP) can play a key role in
achieving those goals — helping you improve strength, mobility, endurance, and confidence through targeted,
evidence-based movement.
According to NDIS, supports like EP are funded when they are reasonable and necessary and directly help you work toward your plan goals.
Understanding NDIS Funding Categories
Exercise Physiology can be funded under several sections of your plan, depending on your needs:
- Capacity Building – Improved Health & Wellbeing (Category 12): Used for supports that help you manage the impact of your disability on your physical or mental health. This includes advice and programs from an Accredited Exercise Physiologist to improve your overall wellbeing, fitness, and participation in everyday activities.
- Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living (Category 15): Includes assessment, therapy, and training by qualified allied health professionals – such as Accredited Exercise Physiologists – to build functional independence, mobility, and confidence in daily life.
Knowing these categories helps you confirm that your plan includes the right supports for your goals.
How to Include EP in Your Plan
- Review your goals – Check that they mention building independence, mobility, or physical capacity.
- Confirm your funding line items – Look for 0126 or 0128 codes, or Capacity-Building categories (12 or 15).
- Choose a registered AEP – An Accredited Exercise Physiologist with NDIS experience ensures compliance.
- Set up a Service Agreement – This document outlines sessions, costs, travel, and reporting.
- Track your progress – Your EP will record outcomes linked to your goals and provide reports for reviews.
Plan-Managed or Self-Managed
- Self-Managed: You pay invoices directly and claim reimbursement via the NDIS portal.
- Plan-Managed: Your plan manager pays invoices on your behalf.
Tips to Maximize Your Funding
Make sure your EP sessions are clearly linked to functional outcomes, not just fitness.
Keep progress notes and assessments — they form valuable evidence at plan reviews.
Use reports (e.g. Functional Capacity Assessments) to justify additional funding or service extensions.
Ask your provider for clear invoicing under the correct support item codes.
What You Can Achieve Through Exercise Physiology
- Improved strength and mobility
- Reduced pain and fatigue
- Better balance and confidence in daily tasks
- Progress toward participation and independence goals
- Evidence for funding continuation at plan review
At Greater Health, our Accredited Exercise Physiologists work with you, your family, and your support team to
make your plan work for you — whether at home, in the gym, or in the community.
