Consultation Fees
| Consultation Type | Fee | Medicare Rebate |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Consultation | $210 | $84 |
| Follow-up Consultation | $120 | $42 |
Discounted & Bulk-Billed Consultations
- Aged Pension Card Holders: Consultations are bulk-billed.
- DVA Gold Card Holders: Consultation fees are billed directly to the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA).
- WorkCover Patients: No out-of-pocket costs for consultations or surgery.
Surgical Fees (Private Health Insurance Patients)
Endoscopy (Gastroscopy & Colonoscopy)
No out-of-pocket costs. The health fund is billed directly.
General Surgery
- Common procedures (e.g., gallbladder removal, hernia repairs) are charged as "Known-Gap" with a $500 out-of-pocket fee payable before surgery. The health fund covers the remaining costs.
- More complex procedures (e.g., incisional or recurrent hernia repairs) follow Australian Medical Association (AMA) rates. A rebate can be claimed from your health fund.
Obesity Surgery
Obesity Surgery Care Program
Our comprehensive care program includes:
- 12 months of follow-up with Dr. Ali Zarrouk.
- Pre- and post-surgery dietitian consultations for 12 months.
- Portion Perfection Plate & Bowl for portion control.
- BN Multi chewable multivitamins (first month).
- "Your Complete Guide to Nutrition for Weight Loss Surgery" by Sally Johnston.
- A bag of whey protein powder.
Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Private Health Insurance: $4,900 (Care Program Cost). In-hospital fees billed to your health fund.
- Self-Funded Patients (Without Health Fund Cover): $6,500 (Care Program Cost). Hospital fees approx. $10,500.
Gastric Bypass
- Primary Gastric Bypass: $5,900 (Care Program Cost). Hospital fees typically covered by health funds.
- Self-Funded Patients (Without Health Fund Cover): Recommended to join a health fund.
Revisional Gastric Bypass
- Private Health Insurance: $6,900 (Care Program Cost). Hospital fees typically covered.
Gastric Band Removal
- Private Health Insurance: Fees follow AMA schedule. Rebates available. Item number: 31585.
- Self-Funded Patients (Without Health Fund Cover): Contact our rooms for a quote.
Early Release of Superannuation for Obestiy Surgery
Some patients choose to access their superannuation to cover obesity surgery costs. Before applying, consult your accountant or financial adviser.
Application process:
- Requires forms from your GP, our clinic, and yourself.
- Takes approximately 4–6 weeks for fund release.
- For details, visit the Department of Human Services.
Bariatric Surgery in Campbelltown Public Hospital
- We now have a public bariatric surgery pathway for our local area.
- The program is managed by the Metabolic Clinic in Camden, not through our practice.
- Qualifying patients are referred for publicly funded bariatric surgery after completing the metabolic clinic program.
- Speak to your GP for a referral to the metabolic clinic.