Surgery to remove all breast tissue from one breast (mastectomy). The whole tissue is sent for testing (biopsy). This is followed by an immediate breast reconstruction to recreate the breast using a permanent implant. The removal of breast tissue leaves the skin with or without nipple. These fees apply when the same doctor performs the entire surgery. If the breast removal and the breast reconstruction are done by separate doctors, then they incur separate fees.
Patient journey
Before procedure
Before their Subcutaneous mastectomy with breast reconstruction with prosthesis, patients typically received the following service(s) which may incur separate fees and costs. The timing and need for these services will depend on your own situation.
Diagnostic imaging
Pathology tests
Specialist appointment
Before seeing a specialist
If you and your doctor agree on a specialist, your doctor will write a referral to that specialist. You can also talk to your doctor or insurer about other options. This can include getting an open referral(opens in new tab).
The guide to costs page can help you understand what may happen when you visit a specialist and avoid unexpected out-of-pocket costs. Ask a specialist how much an initial appointment will cost.
When seeing a specialist
At your initial appointment, you should receive a customised quote from your specialist. It should detail your specialist’s fees and any out-of-pocket costs you might have to pay for this procedure. Additional fees may be charged based on further investigations and your circumstances.
There should be no extra administrative, booking, or hidden costs applied.
