Here are some Finder policies that will cover some of the cost of brain surgery in a private hospital. All prices are based on a single individual with less than $90,000 income and living in Sydney.
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Both Medicare and private health insurance can contribute towards the cost of brain surgery.
Medicare can cover 100% of many of the MBS fees associated with brain surgery if you are treated as a public patient in a public hospital. Keep in mind though that if any healthcare provider charges more than the MBS fee, as they often do, you'll have to pay for it yourself.
You can get private health insurance for brain and nervous treatment with all bronze tier hospital policies. This can cover you for care in a private hospital and can include investigation and treatment of the brain, chemotherapy, immunotherapy for cancer and more. Costs generally range from around $85 a month.
Medicare will usually cover the cost of staying and being treated as a public patient in a public hospital. You generally won't be able to choose your own doctor or choose when you want to undergo brain treatment or surgery. This is largely because public waiting times are normally longer as they're busier, so you don't have the same flexibility as you would with private health care.
Medicare will also pay a benefit towards seeing a specialist, such as a neurosurgeon. The neurosurgical consultation structure consists of an initial consultation (Medicare Benefits Schedule no. 6007) and four categories of subsequent consultations. These categories relate to both the length of consultation time and the complexity of what is being discussed. Here's a break down of some of the prices (correct as of 7th September 2021):
Medicare also provides cover for deep brain stimulation, which is sometimes required for Parkinson's disease or for treating tremors or dystonia. Because there are so many different types of brain treatment, you should consult your local Medicare office to find out exactly what you're covered for.
You can get private health insurance for brain and nervous treatment with all bronze tier hospital policies. Costs generally range from around $85 a month and includes cover for:
You will generally have to serve a waiting period of 2 months (12 months for pre-existing conditions) before you can claim though you will get to choose the doctor of your choice and treatment is generally very quick.
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