Consultation and follow up
Practice Fees
As a private practice there are fees associated with consultations both for the initial consult and follow up appointments.
Fees for procedures and any out of pocket expenses from the surgeon will be explained when surgery is booked.
There may be out of pocket expenses for procedures with the hospital and the anaesthetist.
Payment Methods
Full payment at the appointment time is appreciated. Cash or credit cards are acceptable means of payment. For bank and personal cheque please make prior arrangements with the reception.
- Procedures
Some of our surgeons may charge a GAP depending on your health fund.
Please enquire when booking your appointment or check individual surgeon informations for more details. - Blood tests
There is an out-of-pocket charge for blood tests.
- Radiology
X-rays as an inpatient are usually covered, but outpatient X-rays and CTs within the hospital have an out-of-pocket cost.
MRI costs vary considerably depending on where they are done. Please ask for more details. - Physiotherapy
Inpatient physiotherapy following most orthopaedic surgery is vital for the best outcome and you will be seen by a physiotherapist. The charges for this service are set by the physiotherapy company and vary depending on the individual needs. The amount of rebate from the health fund will depend on your fund and cover. Please discuss this with the physiotherapist for further details.
- Cardiology
For ECG (heart tracings), we use WA cardiology, as appointments are not needed. There is a charge above the Medicare rebate.
- Medical reports and insurance forms
Medical reports and insurance forms are charged at a rate representing the time taken to complete the forms.