Change of circumstances when you get Pensioner Education Supplement
You need to tell us if your circumstances change when you get Pensioner Education Supplement.
Pay tax on your Youth Disability Supplement payment
If you’re 16 or older and get this supplement with an income support payment your supplement may be taxable.
Supporting documents for Disability Support Pension
We’ll ask you for some documents to support your claim for Disability Support Pension.
What a Disability Medical Assessment is
A Disability Medical Assessment (DMA) helps us decide if you meet the medical rules for Disability Support Pension.
What happens at the Disability Medical Assessment
A Government-contracted Doctor will confirm your identity and speak to you about your medical conditions and the impact it has on you.
What to bring to your Disability Medical Assessment
You’ll need to bring some paperwork to your assessment. You can also bring someone for support.
What to do if you can’t attend your Disability Medical Assessment
If you can’t attend your assessment, you can reschedule your appointment.
Before you claim a payment for Australian thalidomide survivors
Before you claim the Extraordinary Assistance Fund (EAF) or Health Care Assistance Fund (HCAF) check you haven’t already claimed elsewhere or need pre-approval.
Changes to your circumstances for Australian thalidomide survivors
You need to tell us about changes in your situation. These may affect payments you get under the Extraordinary Assistance Fund or the Health Care Assistance Fund.
Someone to act on your behalf for Australian thalidomide survivors
You can authorise a person to talk to us on your behalf.