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Ventilators - Supplemental Ventilation Support (including CPAP and BPAP)

Line Item Description

This NDIS support item falls under the Capital budget and is used for the Purchase of Assistive Technology. It specifically covers the provision of Ventilators and related equipment for Supplemental Ventilation Support, which corresponds to Registration Group 0103 (Assistive Products for Respiration Support).

This line item is intended to fund the purchase of high-cost, specialised equipment essential for the participant's daily living and health needs. This includes, but is not limited to:

Ventilators used for continuous or intermittent life support.

CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) devices.

BPAP (Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure) devices.

Necessary components such as masks, humidifiers, and tubing that are an integral part of the primary ventilation system.

The equipment purchased under this item must be necessary and reasonable to support the participant's disability-related needs, particularly those related to breathing and respiratory function. The primary goal is to ensure participants have reliable, long-term access to critical respiratory support to maintain health, safety, and capacity for participation in community life. This item requires a comprehensive assessment and recommendation from an appropriately qualified health professional.