Understanding the cost of body contouring surgery in Australia — Medicare, private health insurance, and what to expect.
Important: All surgery costs are individual. A personalised Informed Financial Consent (IFC) with your exact fees, Medicare rebates, and out-of-pocket estimate will be provided before any procedure is booked.
Medicare rebates may apply to body contouring procedures when performed for functional clinical reasons. Eligibility is assessed individually based on clinical criteria at your consultation.
Private hospital insurance may cover hospital costs (ward fees, theatre fees, anaesthetist). The level of cover and fund excess varies between policies. Contact your fund before your consultation.
The gap is the difference between total fees and what Medicare and health insurance pays. A full IFC is provided before surgery so there are no surprises.
The following is a general guide only. Actual costs depend on your health fund, clinical complexity, and hospital fees. A personalised IFC will be provided before surgery.
| Procedure | Medicare Rebate | Health Insurance | Out-of-Pocket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circumferential Abdominoplasty | Rebates may apply | May cover hospital fees | $22,000 – $25,000* |
| Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) | Rebates may apply | May cover hospital fees | Significantly less — discussed at consultation |
| Thigh Lift | Rebates may apply | May cover hospital fees | Significantly less — discussed at consultation |
| Arm Lift | Rebates may apply | May cover hospital fees | Significantly less — discussed at consultation |
* Surgeon’s fee. Private health insurance with hospital cover typically covers hospital fees (ward, theatre, anaesthetist). Medicare and health fund rebates may apply to all procedures listed above. Exact out-of-pocket depends on your fund, level of cover, and excess. A personalised IFC will be provided before any procedure is booked.
Pricing Disclaimer: All cost information on this page is general guidance only and does not constitute a quote or financial advice. Actual costs depend on your individual clinical situation, health fund, level of cover, and the fees of other treating practitioners. A personalised Informed Financial Consent document will be provided prior to any procedure. Please contact your health fund and/or a financial adviser for specific advice.
Book a consultation with Dr Florica. We’ll prepare a detailed Informed Financial Consent so you know exactly what to expect — no surprises.