05_061800121_0135_1_2
Prosthesis - Upper Limb (Including Powered)

Line Item Description

This NDIS support item (05_061800121_0135_1_2), identified as Prosthesis - Upper Limb (Including Powered), is classified under the Capital support purpose and the Assistive Technology (AT) support category (05).

It specifically falls within the Prosthetics and Orthotics registration group (0135).

Support Item Details
Item Type: A custom-made or custom-fitted device designed to replace a missing part of the upper limb (hand, wrist, arm). This line item covers the full range of upper limb prostheses, including:

Cosmetic (Passive) Prostheses: Designed primarily for appearance and light passive function.

Body-Powered Prostheses: Controlled by movement of the participant's existing muscles/joints.

Powered Prostheses (Myoelectric/Bionic): Advanced systems controlled by electrical signals generated by muscle contractions, providing highly functional and nuanced grip and movement.

Purpose: As Assistive Technology, this prosthetic device is intended to restore the participant's ability to perform activities of daily living, improve fine and gross motor skills, enhance independence, and enable increased participation in work, study, and social life. It directly contributes to achieving the Daily Living goals outlined in the participant's NDIS plan.

Funding Requirement: Funding for Capital supports is generally restricted to the specific items that have been identified and detailed within a participant's NDIS plan. Due to the high cost and customised nature, especially for advanced powered systems, a detailed assessment and prescription by an appropriately qualified professional (e.g., a Prosthetist) is essential.

Provider Requirements: Providers claiming for this item must be a Registered Provider with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission for the relevant Registration Group, which is Prosthetics and Orthotics (0135).