Appointments & Fees
What you need to know about your appointments, and obstetrics and gynaecology fees.
What you need to know about your appointments, and obstetrics and gynaecology fees.
Give us a call or send us an email during office hours to book in for your consultation.
We'll advise the best timing for your first appointment, and help you schedule each following one. We can even book you in to your preferred hospital.
Before you arrive remember to bring your referral, and if you're a new patient, you'll need to complete your patient registration form.
Phone: 03 9527 9000
Fax: 03 9923 6879
Email: reception@dravivanathan.com.au
We typically operate on a referral structure, which means that your GP will need to provide you with a written recommendation to our clinic.
You’ll need a referral from your GP if you plan to claim your expenses on Medicare. Most GP referrals are valid for 12 months from your first consultation.
If your referral is from another specialist, for example a fertility or IVF specialist, then it’s only valid for three months.
We also accept faxed referrals from your GP.
We’re a private practice, so you'll pay an out-of-pocket expense for any specific consultations and procedures you have with us. We accept cash, cheque, credit or debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX). A referral from your GP will help you claim a portion of this back on Medicare.
Your private health insurance also applies to in-hospital admissions, so be aware that you may have an excess or co-payment depending on your membership cover.
For pregnancy planning, your fees are structured as two instalments during your pregnancy. A direct deposit fee can be arranged in advance. Contact us for moreinformation.
We’re on this journey with you.
Get in touch today to book your consultation.
Please give us a call to book in for your pregnancy once it's confirmed. We’ll advise you when to make your first appointment. This is usually at 8-10 weeks of pregnancy, however it can vary depending on your circumstances and medical history.
We can guide you through what to expect in your prognancy journey and answer any questions that you may have. We’ll also book your preferred hospital for you.
If you require a procedure, please let reception know as we schedule some procedures for a longer appointment.
Also, as a courtesy, please notify us ahead of time if you have your period as this may require your appointment to be rescheduled.
Depending on the nature of your visit we'll advise you on what you need to be informed about and answer any questions that you may have.
Get in touch with us, we'll happily guide you.
We send you a text message reminder prior to your appointment. All you need to do is reply with ‘Yes’ to confirm.
If you do need to reschedule, or cancel, we require 24-hours notice. This gives us time to offer your appointment to patients on our waiting list.
If Dr Nathan is called away for an emergency, or your appointment time changes for any reason, we’ll do our best to let you know ahead of time.
Get in touch with us to book a consultation at a time and clinic that suits you. Either give us a call on the number below, or send us an email with your details and we’ll get back to you to confirm your appointment.
