I wish someone had told me beforehand, but I found out the hard way! As far as tests go (not surgeries), if you need any tests whatsoever, xRays, ultrasounds, bloodwork, bone scans, brain scans or MRI's, book them for when you are an IN-PATIENT as they are 100% covered. So ask your GP/Oncologist if there are any tests/scans that can be done whilst you're an in-patient because you will save yourself megabucks. Ideal time to get your cholesterol checked for free! Kath
Thanks I live in N.S.W. I will make sure I ask. Debbie.
I've learned to be assertive and simply ask the question. When you go to your Oncologist on Wednesday, mention your medical expenses are becoming an issue and can he/she bulk bill you? If you need to have any tests, ask to have them done at a facility that could bulk bill you. I always ask now and have never been denied. Kath x
Hi Jen, it must be a state thing, I'm in Victoria. My Oncologist makes it a point of scheduling tests for when I am an in-patient so I'm not out of pocket. Surgery out of pocket - that's another story and yes, it's a disgrace! Kath.
So if I am a private patient and go for these tests not as an inpatient in hospital , I have to pay?. I go to my oncologist on Wednesday.Well maybe if I have to have tests I will ask her to book me into hospital,.Wonder what she will say?. Realy stinks when you pay top cover. Glad we have you to give us advice, as I do not know anything. Debbie
