Question 1

Do I need private insurance to see you for my pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

We see patients with or without private insurance that want to have their baby at Mt Barker Hospital.  If you want to deliver at Burnside Hospital or need to deliver at WCH you will need private insurance to continue your care with us.

Question 2

Do I need a referral to see you?

Accepted Answer

A referral for your GP is required for you to book an appointment with us for both Obstetrics and Gynaecology.   You do not need a referral to see our physiotherapists.

Question 3

What are your fees?

Accepted Answer

Please contact our rooms to get an up to date list of fees.  In most situations medicare rebates will apply.

Question 4

What hospitals do you operate at?

Accepted Answer

We offer publically funded gynaecology surgery at Mt Barker, South Coast District and Kingscote Hospitals.  We offer private surgery at Stirling & Burnside Hospitals.

Question 5

Can I see you if I plan to self-fund my surgery at a private hospital?

Accepted Answer

Many of our patients chose to self fund their surgery to avoid the public wait list.  We are happy see you and our team will provide the relevant quotes.

Question 6

What other services are available at your practice?

Accepted Answer

We have a fulltime physiotherapist working with us, a medical hypnotherapist and multiple visiting specialists who use our rooms.  See the services tab on our website for more information.

Question 7

What rebates can I get when I see the physiotherapists?

Accepted Answer

You could be eligible for rebates from medicare if you have a chronic health care plan (see your GP to see if you are eligible).  Private Health insurance extras cover may also provide a rebate.