Fee Guide
The following is a guideline to your bariatric surgery costs and procedures
We understand the cost of bariatric surgery may be an issue.
We have changed our pricing to be more affordable
Private Health
IT IS PREFERABLE THAT ALL BARIATRIC PATIENTS BE IN A PRIVATE HEALTH FUND TO ACCESS BARIATRIC SERVICES.
UNINSURED PATIENTS HAVE MORE COSTS TO COVER (Please let us know if uninsured when making an appointment).
We strongly advise you ring your private health insurer to ascertain any rebates to which you might be entitled. Bariatric services are offered to patients aged 18 and up. The practice does not participate in any private health insurer’s “gap scheme”.
A current referral from a GP or Medical Specialist is required.
| Procedure | Item nr | Fee | Rebate/Out of Pocket |
|---|---|---|---|
| INITIAL Weight Loss Consultation | 104 | $160 | $75 Rebate |
| Initial General Consultation | 104 | $160 | $75 Rebate |
| Follow-up Consultation | 105 | $90 | $37 Rebate |
| Dietitian Appointment | Initial Visit | $180 | $60 Rebate approx |
| Non Attendance less than 24hrs notice | Dietitian Fee - DNA | Initial $180 Follow Up $90 | No Rebates |
| Dietitian | Follow Up | $90 | $30 Rebate approx |
| Sleeve Gastrectomy | 31575 | $4900 | $3880 Out of Pocket |
| Abdominoplasty | 30177 | $7,200 | $1,000-$1,200 Rebate |
| Gastric Bypass – Initial/FU | 31572 | $6,800 | $5,500 Out of Pocket |
| DEXA Scan | / | $120 | / |
| Early Release Superannuation | / | Covers total surgical fee | / |
Advance Surgical are registered with zip. This means that you are now able to apply with them for a loan for your procedure and pay it off over a period of 6 months - Payments as low as $900/month. Read more about the zipMoney Payment Plan at Advance Surgical. Phone Enquiries 9386 2634.
Mr Jon Armstrong is registered with SuperCare. SuperCare can facilitate your application for funding obesity/bariatric surgery procedures including gastric sleeve surgery and gastric bypass surgery. The total uninsured amount or out of pocket fees can be accessed via early release of superannuation for medical purposes. Enquire on 9386 2634.
Skype Consultations
Mr Jon Armstrong provides an effective and convenient service to patients by offering SKYPE and TeleHealth as an initial appointment.
Skype appointments are available for patients who live or work in Regional areas and are looking to discuss the suitability of weight loss surgery, without the need to fly into Perth.
Patient Assisted Travel Scheme (PATS) may also be possible dependant on your circumstances.
Regular follow ups have proven to increase the success of weight loss surgery, and having access to SKYPE appointments will assist you in achieving/maintaining weight loss goals.