Insured Lap Band Removal

OUT OF POCKET COST $500

While costs are subject to change and quoted at the time of booking with your chosen surgeon, the out of pocket fee for Lap Band Removal is generally $500.

Your surgery is performed by your surgeon, Dr Balalis or Dr Beumer and will be billed directly to your health fund and Medicare.

To ensure you are covered, you may like to call your private health provider and check Laparoscopic Removal of a Gastric Band – 31585 is included in your policy coverage.

Costs that are not included:

– Anaesthetist gap
– Hospital excess
– Other costs; while your health fund covers the majority of your in-hospital costs, there may be additional costs including medications, radiology scans and blood tests

A detailed quote will be provided following consultation with Dr Balalis or Dr Beumer.

UNINSURED & SELF-FUNDED WEIGHT LOSS SURGICAL PATIENTS

If you are uninsured or self-funded, it’s important to note that there are further costs associated with your care in a private hospital as well as fees for anaesthetist and surgical assistant.

If you would like to consider privately funded Lap Band removal, please contact us so that we can provide you with a approximate cost. A detailed quote can be provided after your appointment with the surgeon.