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Physical Disability Australia urges faster NDIS plan decisions and safeguards
Key points5 points
- In quarter four, only 32% of participant-requested reassessments met the 21-day timeframe, and 48% of internal reviews met the 60-day timeframe.
- Overall participant satisfaction was 62.9%, below the 76% target, and social and community engagement reached 40.1% against a 43% target.
- Transport, provider availability and infrastructure gaps were identified as barriers beyond funding that affect participation.
- Physical Disability Australia wants reform to protect continuity of personal assistance, therapy and equipment access, plus physical-disability-specific reporting.
- Pricing reform, including the Annual Pricing Review, should be assessed by its impact on participant access, safety, choice and purchasing power, especially for high-needs participants.
Summary
Physical Disability Australia has responded to the NDIA Annual Report 2025–26 by pressing for quicker plan decisions and protections for essential supports.
The report shows only 32% of participant-requested reassessments met the 21-day timeframe in quarter four, and just 48% of internal reviews met the 60-day target. Overall participant satisfaction sat at 62.9% against a 76% goal, with transport, provider availability and infrastructure gaps limiting community participation. The group argues that pricing and funding reforms, including the Annual Pricing Review and stricter self-managed claim evidence rules, must be judged by their effect on access, safety and choice rather than projected savings.