Weight Assessment
Your initial consultation will include a thorough examination of your current medical needs and any underlying causes of your weight gain.
This assessment allows the doctor to administer a treatment plan that will be most medically appropriate and effective for you.
Our Fees
As of 1st May 2022
Full fee upfront is payable on the day of your appointment and will be processed with a credit/debit card token provided at the time of booking.
Medicare rebate is processed for you on your behalf by the administration team and will go back into the account that you have nominated with Medicare within 24 and 48 hours. For more information about Medicare rebates, see our FAQs page.
Out of pocket fee is the amount of money that you will be out of pocket after Medicare has processed your rebate.
All payments made via credit card incur a 1.5% surcharge.
Initial Consultation (45 Mins)
In your first consultation, you will meet with one of the bariatric doctors, who will perform a thorough assessment of your current health, existing medical conditions, family history, medications and lifestyle factors, all within a private, non-judgmental clinical space. Your doctor may request further investigations, such as a blood test, to help identify any potential underlying causes of your weight gain. From this deeper investigation into your current medical needs, your doctor will work with you to administer the safest and most appropriate treatment plan that will maximise your weight loss success.
You will receive a complementary body composition scan, using state-of-the-art technology, which will provide detailed information about your current fat percentage, muscle mass and basal metabolic rate.
After your first consultation, the administrative team will spend time introducing you to the community, helping you get set up with the Alevia app and booking your next appointments.
| Full Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out of Pocket |
|---|---|---|
| $295 | $111.50 | $183.50 |
Long Consultation (20-30 Mins)
Your second consultation with your bariatric doctor will be dedicated to tailoring and administering the most appropriate treatment plan to help you lose weight and achieve your goals, including a dietary and exercise plan, as well as consideration of appetite suppressant medications (where appropriate). Your doctor will walk you through the process, explain the medical evidence behind your treatment plan and answer any questions you may have, so that you walk away with a comprehensive plan of action and feel confident to get started.
| Full Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out of Pocket |
|---|---|---|
| $175 | $75.75 | $99.25 |
Standard Consultation (10-15 Mins)
Once you have commenced your treatment plan, you can make review appointments with your bariatric doctor to troubleshoot any issues, ask questions and check in on your weight loss progress. In your check-ups, your doctor may also refer you to other specialists to be involved in your multi-disciplinary care where needed.
Obesity and overweight is a chronic health condition and requires active maintenance efforts, so your doctor will always be here to help you manage your weight in the long-term, at a frequency that suits you best, to help you stay accountable.
| Full Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out of Pocket |
|---|---|---|
| $98 | $39.10 | $58.90 |
Body Composition Scan (10-15 Mins)
If your doctor has suggested that you undergo another body composition scan to monitor your progress, you can use the state-of-the-art technology to check your fat percentage, muscle mass, bone density, basal metabolic rate and more.
| Full Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out of Pocket |
|---|---|---|
| $108 | $39.10 | $70.90 |
Discounted Fees for Pensioners/Health Care Card Owners
If you have a concession card, you are eligible for discounted fees, which are $10 less than the out of pocket fees for each appointment type. Enquire with the reception team for more information.
After Hours Fees
| Appointment Type | Full Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out of Pocket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Consult | $305 | $111.50 | $193.50 |
| Double Follow Up | $185 | $87.40 | $109.25 |
| Standard Follow Up | $108 | $51.00 | $68.90 |
| Body Composition Scan | $125 | $51.00 | $78.90 |
Please Note:
Full fee upfront is payable on the day of your appointment and will be processed with a
credit/ debit card token provided at the time of booking Medicare rebate is processed for you on your behalf by our administration team and will go back into the account that you have nominated with Medicare within 24 and 48 hours.
(This may be different to the account that the payment for your consultation came out of) Out of pocket fee is the amount of money that you will be out of pocket after Medicare has processed your rebate.
All payments made via credit card incur a 1.5% surcharge.
Fees for Pensioners & Health Care Card Owners
If you have a concession card, you will receive a $10 discount.
For example, a Standard Follow Up consultation would be a full fee of $98.00 – $10.00
= $88.00, with a rebate of $39.10 = $48.10 out of pocket.
Cancellation Fees
If you cancel or reschedule your appointment with less than 1 business days’ notice OR fail
to attend your appointment, a cancellation fee will be deducted from your account.
Recommended Appointment Structure
We know that getting started on your weight loss journey can be difficult, so the doctors have developed an appointment structure to maximise your weight loss success and specifically designed to provide you with the support that you need, especially in those first few weeks. Patients who follow this recommended appointment structure have had the best results in the clinic.
| Timing | Consultation | Appointment Length |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Initial Consultation – Weight Assessment | 40 minutes |
| Week 2 | Getting Started – Dietary Plan | 30 minutes |
| Week 3 | Weight Review | 15-30 minutes |
| 2 Weeks Later and Thereafter | Weight Review | 15 Minutes |
| Maintenance | Every 3 months | 15 Minutes |
Late Notice Fee
If you cancel/reschedule your appointment with less than 1 business days’ notice OR you fail to attend your appointment, a late notice fee will be deducted from your account. If you have any concerns, the reception team will be here and ready to happily assist you.
| Standard Consult | Long Consultation | Initial Consultation |
|---|---|---|
| $50 | $100 | Full Free |
Visit us Today
OPEN SEVEN DAYS
Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5pm
Saturday 8:30am – 12pm
Sunday 9am – 12pm
PH: (07) 5599 1400
EM: office@coolmedical.com.au
91 Griffith Street, Coolangatta, QLD
