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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
What is it? MRI stands for ‘magnetic resonance image’. It is a special type of scan. In the spine it is used to look at the nerves and discs, which don’t show up on normal x-rays. It shows these structures better than a CT scan, and can also look at the spine in more directions […]
Surgeon Fees and ‘The Gap’
Dr Licina’s Fees If you have private health insurance, most of the costs of your surgery will be covered. However, you will still have to pay a gap for the medical fees. How much will I be charged for my operation? The fee you are charged by your surgeon depends on the length and complexity […]
Surgery Fees
What are the costs? There are a number of fees and charges. They include: The Surgeon The surgeon’s fee depends on the type of operation you are having. Each operation has one or more item numbers which are used to work out the cost. The Assistant The surgeon uses an assistant surgeon. Their fee is […]
Forms and Certificates
SpinePlus is a specialist practice and as such, provides certification in certain circumstances only. In most cases we would recommend that you seek assistance with certification from your regular healthcare provider. Forms We DO Complete For all patients: Medical certificates (for the day of appointment only) WorkCover certificates (for the day of appointment only) For […]
Consultation Fees
Initial Consultation A higher fee is charged when you see the doctor for the first time. This is because extra time is allocated for this visit. The Medicare rebate for an initial consultation is about $70. Subsequent / Pre-Operative Consultation A lower fee is charged when you see the doctor again. This is because less […]
Intensiv Pre-Operative Weight Loss Program
Facet joint injection
Overview The facet joints are often the primary source of pain for many back or neck pain sufferers. Facet joints are small articulating joints located in pairs at the back of each vertebra of the spine. They provide stability to the spine and allow the spine to move and be flexible. What is a Facet […]