Part 12 – Prosthetic and Orthotic Devices and Services

1.1This Part applies in relation to devices and services referred to in subsection 4(1) of the Act.

2.1The LSA will pay for the necessary and reasonable cost of Prosthetic and Orthotic Devices, for a Participant who has had an amputation as a result of the Motor Vehicle Injury.
2.2The LSA may regard a Prosthetic or Orthotic Device for a recreational activity to be necessary and reasonable, in addition to a primary device, where the Participant is likely to engage in the activity on a regular and ongoing basis.

For example, the LSA may fund specialised limbs for a sporting activity where involvement in the activity can be demonstrated by sporting club membership and evidence of attendance and participations.

3.1Services can only be prescribed by Appropriately Qualified Service Providers. This includes prescriptions, clinic services and manufacturing of devices.