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Financial Consent Policy

Dr. Sim Lew-Gor
Melbourne, Victoria & Wagga Wagga, New South Wales
Effective
January 2026
Applies to
All consultations, treatments and surgical procedures
Governed by
Australian Consumer Law & AHPRA Guidelines
Overview

Financial consent is an important part of the treatment process.

Patients are provided with clear information regarding fees prior to proceeding with treatment.

This ensures transparency and allows patients to make informed decisions.

Consultation Fees

Consultation fees will be confirmed at the time of booking.

These are:

  • payable prior to or at the time of consultation
  • not redeemable against treatment
Treatment Costs

Following consultation, patients will be provided with an outline of:

  • recommended treatment
  • associated fees

Costs may vary depending on:

  • treatment complexity
  • product or technique used
  • individual requirements
Surgical Procedures

For surgical treatments, a detailed cost breakdown will be provided.

This may include:

  • surgeon’s fees
  • hospital or facility fees
  • anaesthetist fees

Patients are encouraged to ensure they understand all associated costs prior to proceeding.

Deposits

A deposit may be required to secure bookings for certain treatments or procedures.

Deposit terms will be clearly outlined at the time of booking.

Additional Costs

In some cases, additional costs may arise, including:

  • further treatment requirements
  • follow-up care beyond standard review

These will be discussed where relevant.

Patient Responsibility

Patients are responsible for:

  • reviewing the financial information provided
  • ensuring they understand associated costs
  • raising any questions prior to proceeding
In Summary

Clear financial understanding is part of informed decision-making in medical care.

Practice Policies

Other Policies
& Information

All policies are available on request from the clinic. They are designed to be clear, fair, and consistent with Australian Consumer Law and AHPRA standards.
Questions About This Policy

Contact
the Practice

If you have any questions about this policy or wish to discuss a concern, please contact the clinic directly.
Melbourne
Eastern ENT — Suite 2, 1161 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn VIC 3103
Phone
(03) 9836 8100
Email
reception@easternent.com.au
Wagga Wagga
Riverina ENT — Suite 6, Calvary Specialist Centre, 36 Hardy Avenue, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
Phone
(02) 6925 6333
Email
reception@riverinaent.com.au
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