IVF Treatment Costs

Below are additional items that may be relevant to your treatment cycle. Prior to treatment with us, we will share a full breakdown of costs specific to your individual circumstances. 

Medication

While most IVF medications are covered by Medicare, some are not. You should allow up to $500 for medication for each treatment cycle. However, this may be significantly less, depending on your treatment.

Hospital Bed Fees

Hospital bed fees and anaesthetic fees associated with the egg collection and embryo transfer are not included in the IVF cost table. Private hospital insurance may cover some or all of these costs, and we advise you to check with your private health fund.

When you have an egg collection or embryo transfer, you are admitted to Hobart Specialist Day Hospital. When contacting your private health fund provider, please quote item numbers 13212 (egg collection) and 13215 (embryo transfer).

*Please note medication for elective egg freeze is not covered under PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme). Patients are required to pay for their medication at the time of their collection from the pharmacy.

Access to Medicare rebates for our donor programme is dependent on the presence of a medical reason for treatment. Patients should be aware that if there is no medical reason identified for treatment, then Medicare rebates are not available. All fees associated with accessing our donor programme are the responsibility of the recipient/s, and the table below outlines the various donor programmes offered at TasIVF and their costs.

If you require fertility treatment involving our donor programme, once your treatment plan has been agreed with your specialist, our experienced patient support team will contact you within 48 hours to provide you with an estimate of costs.

Please note, in addition to the fees for your IVF/ICSI or IUI cycle, you will also incur the fees below depending on which donor programme you are accessing.

Fertility specialist consultation and initial tests

The first step in any treatment plan is to consult a TasIVF fertility specialist who will assess your medical history and determine what is most appropriate for your individual circumstances. There is a Medicare rebate for this initial consultation. Please check with your chosen fertility specialist with regards to the out of pocket fee that you can expect.

Before you begin treatment, your fertility specialist may request some further investigations, such as blood tests (many of these are bulk-billed), semen analysis or ultrasound tests. Some treatment involves advanced diagnostics. For tests that are not bulk-billed, you may be able to claim part of these costs back through Medicare.

New patient appointments

If you have been recommended or require fertility treatment involving in vitro fertilisation (IVF) or artificial insemination (IUI) you will need to attend two information sessions. At these, we tell you what you need to know about your upcoming treatment.

• Patient Information Session: a session with a fertility nurse who explains the IVF cycle (with any specific medications your doctor has ordered for you), teaches you injections techniques and discusses your medications.
• Patient liaison administration: to explain the costs associated with your treatment, estimated Medicare rebates and the role of private health care insurance.

Pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT)

PGT testing is performed by Virtus Health Specialist Diagnostics (VHSD).  VHSD will bill you for these services.

*For all patients that undergo PGT testing, Virtus Diagnostics will invoice the patient.

*For PGT-M and PGT-SR, you may qualify for a Medicare rebate.

Medicare and IVF

Most IVF services we provide attract a Medicare rebate that leaves only a residual out-of-pocket cost. The Extended Medicare Safety Net means up to 80% of your out-of-pocket costs may be covered, but this will vary according to your individual circumstances and how much you spend on eligible medical services during a calendar year. There may also be additional costs if you don't have some form of private medical insurance.

Before commencing treatment, patients should confirm with Medicare that they are registered for the Extended Medicare Safety Net (EMSN). To be eligible for a Medicare rebate, you must ensure the referral from your usual doctor to a TasIVF clinician is current (GP referrals are valid for 12 months and Specialist referrals are valid for 3 months).

Tas IVF payment options

TasIVF required payment on Day 1 of the cycle. TasIVF will lodge a claim electronically with Medicare on your behalf on the first business day after your completion of your cycle.  Your Medicare Rebate will be deposited into your nominated bank account, within 10-14 business days of your claim being lodged.

View our flexible payment options for treatment below. Rest assured; your care team will discuss the payment options available with you upon confirmation of treatment.  

Electronic Funds Transfer 

Patients can make payment by transferring funds directly into the TasIVF bank account via electronic funds transfer. No payment surcharge is applicable to direct transfer. 

When transferring payment to TasIVF via EFT you must include your TasIVF ID Number in the Reference field to identify the deposit.  

Debit and Credit Card 

Patients are able to make payment for their treatment by debit or credit card (Mastercard, VISA, AMEX). This can be done in clinic, or online via our secure portal. Please note that a payment surcharge is applicable on all debit and credit card transactions. Details for setting up payment via our secure online portal will be provided on the treatment quote. 

BPAY

Patients can make payment for their treatment via BPAY. BPAY details will be on the second page of your treatment invoice. Follow the steps provided to submit payment via BPAY.  There are no fees applicable to payments made via BPAY.

Zip Money

TasIVF have partnered with Zip Money to help ease any financial pressures of fertility treatment. Zip Money makes it possible for you to spread the cost, with a 12-month interest free period and flexible payment options tailored to your needs.

Find out more

Quickstream

TasIVF now has a new credit card payment facility. Patients can now access a secure online portal in order to register payment information prior to commencement of treatment. Payment card details will be stored within the Westpac Quickstream System which has the highest standard of security to protect your personal details.

Please register your details here:

Quickstream Registration

*Please note that a payment surcharge is applicable on all debit and credit card transactions using this portal.

Can I access superannuation to pay for IVF?

Accessing your Superannuation for fertility treatment is an individual choice.

TasIVF can provide a step-by-step guide for those patients who wish to apply themselves for an early release of their superannuation. Alternatively, there are a range of external service providers who can assist both individuals and their families in accessing superannuation to cover medical costs.

These service providers can facilitate funding required for various fertility treatments including:

• IVF & ICSI
• Donor program services (including donor sperm and eggs)
• Fertility preservation (including egg freezing)

Approval of early release of super is required before commencing treatment, please refer to the Health and Human Services Website.

For more information on the costs of treatment with TasIVF, please phone 03 6212 7700 or email us.

How much is IVF in Tasmania?

At TasIVF, an IVF cycle is approximately $9,000 prior to medicare or insurance cover. However, depending on your private health insurance cover and whether you have reached the Medicare Safety Net, you may pay less in out-of-pocket expenses, with the estimated out of pocket cost for an IVF cycle (first cycle in a calendar year) being around $3,300.

Is IVF covered by Medicare?

The Extended Medicare Safety Net means up to 80% of your out-of-pocket costs may be covered, but this will vary according to your individual circumstances and how much you spend on eligible medical services during a calendar year. Once you reach the Medicare Safety Net threshold in a calendar year, Medicare will pay an additional rebate on selected items.

To claim the Medicare rebate, you need a current referral from your GP or specialist gynaecologist/obstetrician and ensure it includes your name, and if applicable, your partner’s name. This will enable you to reclaim all of the Medicare rebates you are entitled to.

Does the Australian government pay for IVF?

The Australian government does not directly pay for IVF treatments, however, may issue rebates to reduce treatment costs. It’s important to check the legislation regarding cash rebates from your specific state or territory government, as policies may differ state by state.