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Advance payment of Pharmaceutical Allowance
You may be able to get Pharmaceutical Allowance in advance as a lump sum of 7 fortnightly payments.
Non-medical rules for Disability Support Pension
You need to meet all the non-medical rules to get Disability Support Pension (DSP).
General medical rules for Disability Support Pension
If you meet the general medical rules, you may get Disability Support Pension (DSP).
Dependent or independent for Disability Support Pension (DSP)
If you’re under 21, the amount of Disability Support Pension (DSP) you get depends on whether we assess you as dependent or independent.
Who can get Telephone Allowance
You can get Telephone Allowance if you have a telephone connected in your name and get a certain payment. You can also get it if the connection is in your partner’s name.
Pharmaceutical Allowance if you have a temporary illness or medical condition
You may get Pharmaceutical Allowance if you have a temporary illness or medical condition.
Reviews for Disability Support Pension
We may review if you still meet medical and non-medical rules to keep getting Disability Support Pension (DSP).
Job Capacity Assessment for Disability Support Pension
You may need to attend an assessment when you claim Disability Support Pension (DSP). If you already get DSP, you may need to do this as part of a medical review.
How much you can get - Disability Support Pension
How much Disability Support Pension (DSP) you can get depends on your age and living conditions.