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The Neurodegenerative, Palliative Care and Rare Diseases Advisory Group ((NPRAG) met online on 25 November 2024.

The Fraud Fusion Taskforce (FFT) has revolutionised the fight against criminals who try to steal government payments from those who need it most. In the two years since its inception, the FFT has launched more than 500 investigations and referred 50 people to court accused of ripping off millions of dollars from people with disability and Australian taxpayers. Set up by Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and Government Services the Hon. Bill Shorten MP in late 2022, the FFT has stopped more than $60 million in estimated fraud, with billions in NDIS payments alone currently under investigation.

The National Mental Health Sector Reference Group (NMHSRG) met online on 14 November 2024 for their fourth meeting of the year.

Following the recent announcement regarding NDIA legislation, we are evaluating the changes necessary for the Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits (PAPL) 2024-2025. The NDIA considers this a priority, and we recognise the importance of keeping you informed. We will share a further update soon.

The latest National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Quarterly Report shows the Scheme remains on track to improve its financial sustainability, with total Scheme expenses for the recent quarter almost $150 million below expectations.

Key Themes and Insights 1. Current issues Key Themes: NDIA eligibility reassessment processes. Key Insights: Current eligibility reassessment communications are problematic for people with permanent disability, for example Down Syndrome, and are causing significant trauma for participants and families. Concern the Agency is sending participants eligibility reassessment letters when their case is sitting before the Administrative Review Tribunal. Concern participants are not receiving the initial communication asking for evidence as part of their eligibility reassessment. The Agency needs a process for confirming the participant received the initial letter. Concern the Agency is calling participants about eligibility reassessments without notice. Participants...