ESTIMATE  I   

INFORMED FINANCIAL CONSENT 

 

DR NAVEEN SOMIA

MBBS PhD FRACS

REG MED0001189889

Specialist Plastic Surgeon

 

Your estimate is composed of 4 main components:

 

Specialist Plastic Surgeon (2)     

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LOWER FACE RHYTIDECTOMY AND NECK PLATYSMAPLASTY  - 4 HOURS

 

Dr Somia

$17,000

Anaesthetist 

$3950

Hospital Overnight

$9800 

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TOTAL

$30,750

 

OPTIMAL RECOVERY PROGRAM

A pre and post operative program to assist with healing, comfort and recovery. 

Includes:

pre-op- skin prep kit, advanced facial, low light therapy

post op- skin kit, low light therapy, radio frequency therapy, advanced facial and scar management protocol.

 

Cosmetic surgery does not attract medicare/fund rebates.  Self funded fees are a guide only.

 

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INFORMED FINANCIAL CONSENT NOTES

 

DR SOMIA

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.

OPTIMAL RECOVERY PROGRAM

Includes a post operative course of low light therapy, radio frequency therapy and scar management protocol to assist with healing, and recovery.

 

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

Cosmetic procedures are not covered by health funds.

This is a guide only for Lakeview Private Hospital.  Other hospitals may have different fees. 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.

 

OTHER ITEMS

 

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. 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.

 

QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS

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.

 
DISCLAIMERS:   All surgical procedures are performed by Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Dr Naveen Somia (MBBS PhD, FRACS - APHRA Reg:  MED 0001189889).  For full information on Dr Somia's qualifications and risk/recovery information on procedures please visit the procedure page on this website.  From July 1, 2023 all surgical procedures require a GP referral.
 
All surgery carries risks.  information provided is general only.  Outcomes experienced by one person do not necessarily reflect the outcomes of others given factors such as genetics, diet and exercise.  Please seek a 2nd opinion from a qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeon.