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FAQ

There are so many questions surrounding skin cancer, so we have provided a list of Frequently Asked Questions that will be updated from time to time covering:

  • Skin cancer detection
  • Treatments available
  • Management of skin cancer

Melanoma Scan - Skin Cancer Clinic

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Fees and Additional Information

Consultation Fees

  • Private Standard Consultation: $150.00 - Medicare Rebate: $43.90
  • Private Long Consultation: $200.00 - Medicare Rebate: $84.90
  • Concession card holder standard consultation: $120.00 - Medicare Rebate: $43.90
  • Concession card holder long consultation: $180.00 - Medicare Rebate: $84.90
  • Non Medicare card holder fee: as above - no Medicare Rebate applicable

Saturday fees (Toombul / Mitchelton Clinics)

  • Private Standard Consultation: $200.00 - Medicare Rebate: $43.90
  • Private Long Consultation: $275.00 - Medicare Rebate: $84.90
  • Concession card holder reduced fees: not applicable during these periods.

NON-VR Doctor Fees

Including: Dr Donna Westbrook

  • Private Standard Consultation: $150.00 - Medicare Rebate: $21.00
  • Private Long Consultation: $200.00 - Medicare Rebate: $38.00
  • Concession card holder standard consultation: $120.00 - Medicare Rebate: $21.00
  • Concession card holder long consultation: $180.00 - Medicare Rebate: 38.00
  • Non Medicare card holder fee: as above - no Medicare Rebate applicable

Additional Fee Information

  • DVA Gold and White Card approved: Bulk Billed (not applicable after hours and Saturdays - full fee applies).
  • Biopsy Fees: start from $60.00
  • Excision fees: vary by procedure and you will be informed by the Dr at your appointment.
  • Pricing as of the 1/9/2025 and subject to change without notice.

Additional Clinic Information

Please note: We do accept cash payments at this clinic. Surcharges may apply to EFTPOS and Credit cards payments.

Parking and accessibility:

  • Parking is free and wheelchair accessible.
  • Disabled parking spots also available.

Please note: If you are unable to attend your appointment, please contact our office as early as possible so that the appointment can be offered to our waiting list.

All Clinic Opening Hours

  • Toombul:
    Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    Sat: 8:00am - 1:00pm
  • Mitchelton:
    Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Sat: 8.00am - 1.00pm
  • Warner:
    Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm