MBBS PhD FRACS
REG MED0001189889
Specialist Plastic Surgeon
Your estimate is composed of 3 main components:
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4 HOURS
Dr Somia
$12,000
Anaesthetist
$3600
Hospital Overnight
$7250
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TOTAL
$22,850
2.5 HOURS
Dr Somia + Compression
$7500
Anaesthetist
$2400
Hospital Day
$6150
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TOTAL
$16,050
For additional items like compression garments, pumps, mld treatments, pathology testing, medications, additional hospital accommodation factor in $2-3K (guide only).
Medicare Australia does not recognise Lipoedema as a disease. This means there are no health fund or medicare rebates and no item numbers applicable. If you wish to apply for superannuation release on compassionate grounds please contact us.
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A $1050 non refundable deposit is required to book your surgery date and is due 2 weeks from accepting a date for surgery. The balance of Dr Somia’s fee is due 3 weeks before. Receipts will be issued at your post-operative visit. Valid for 3 months & includes 6 months follow-up.
ANAESTHETIST
The anaesthetist will contact you the day before surgery regarding payment (above is a guide). If the listed surgical time extends $800 per hour is payable. Dr Koh 0403153275 Dr Miles 02 88502938
HOSPITAL
This is a guide only for Lakeview Private Hospital. A formal hospital estimate will be obtained. Notes: In the event of a complication or listed surgical time extends you may be liable for added fees. Extra fees will apply for in-hospital pathology testing. Please factor in an additional nights accommodation in the event of a complication.
Disclosure: Dr Somia is a shareholder in Lakeview Private.
PRE-SURGERY PATHOLOGY
Schedule fee where possible.
IN HOSPITAL PATHOLOGY
Out of pocket charges apply when required.
RADIOLOGY/PHARMACY
As required.
SURGICAL ASSISTANT
Dr Somia has a surgical assistant. In the event the listed surgical time extends $150 per hour is payable.
REVISION
We cannot guarantee how the body will respond to surgery. Complications during the healing period, skin quality and other factors may result in the need for revision surgery. Some health fund's view revision surgery as cosmetic. If revision surgery is required there will be no additional change for Dr Somia. You will be liable for anaesthetist/hospital fees.
ESTIMATE EXPIRY
Dr Somia’s fee valid for 3 mths. Other fees subject to change.
If you have any questions or concerns about any aspect of your treatment or our practice, please call us on 02 9387 2110 or info@naveensomia.com.au.
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Bondi Junction
Westfield Tower 2,
Suite 1305, 101 Grafton St,
Bondi Junction NSW 2022
info@naveensomia.com.au
02 9387 2110
Bella Vista
Suite 212, Level 2, 10 Norbrik Dr
Bella Vista NSW 2153
info@naveensomia.com.au
02 9387 2110