Should I have Full Service IVF or Bulk Billed IVF?
We have two entry points for treatment in our clinic. This is either through a Fertility Specialist, or a Fertility Doctor (GP). Depending on your personal circumstances, we can help you determine which option is suitable for you.
Fertility Specialists and Our Full Service IVF & Fertility Treatment Program:
- Is personally overseen by the Fertility Specialist of your choice
Includes multiple investigations and treatment options - Covers complex gynaecological issues, customised IVF, genetic testing as well as less invasive options like ovulation induction
- Is recommended if you have had failed treatment elsewhere and you are looking for a second opinion
- Is around $2000-$3000 less expensive than other Full Service IVF Programs
Fertility Doctors and our Bulk Billed IVF & IUI Program:
- Is managed day-to-day by a Fertility Doctor (a GP) and our experienced nursing team
- Is available at our Bowen Hills and North Lakes Clinics
- Utilises a protocol that has been designed and by our Medical Director
How much does Full Service IVF cost?
Life Fertility Clinic is committed to providing affordable IVF treatment options without compromising on quality or service. In comparison to other Full Service clinics in Brisbane and across Queensland, our costs are approximately $2,000-$3,000 more affordable.
The tables below outlines the approximate costs for a typical Freeze-All IVF Cycle (where all embryos are frozen). However, every cycle is tailored to your individual circumstances and treatment may vary. Once your treatment plan has been finalised, we will provide you with a quote specific to your needs.
If you are having treatment using Donor Sperm you can find these costs here. There are additional costs if you are accessing donor eggs or are going through our Surrogacy Program.
| Treatment – First IVF Cycle in a calendar year with all embryos frozen | Medicare Item Code (if applicable) | Approx. Cost (after Medicare Rebates and Safety net refund) |
| IVF treatment cycle, doctor consultations, nurse appointments, scans, embryology | 13200 | $2,680 |
| IVF Cycle management, egg collection | 13209, 13212 | $520 (assumes pick-up is under a local anaesthetic) |
| Egg collection treatment room fee | – | $600 |
| Conselling session (if required) | – | Included |
| Medication | – | $200-$300 Or: $50-$100 for Healthcare Card holders |
| Embryo freezing and 12 months storage | – | Included |
| TOTAL | $3,850 – $4,100 approx |
If you are comparing costs with other clinics you should ask them for costs associated with all the items listed above. Some clinics only quote the price for Medicare item code 13200 on their websites.
As part of your IVF Freeze All Cycle any suitable embryos will be frozen. You will then typically have a Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) cycle. Your first FET will cost approximately $840 out-of-pocket. Your subsequent embryo transfer cycles will cost approximately $2,070. You will receive a detailed estimate prior to your procedures. The item codes associated with an Embryo Transfer are 13209 and 13215.
| Treatment – Subsequent IVF Cycle in a calendar year with all embryos frozen | Medicare Item Code (if applicable) | Approx. Cost (after Medicare Rebates and Safety net refund) |
| IVF treatment cycle, doctor consultations, nurse appointments, scans, embryology | 13201 | $850 |
| IVF Cycle management, egg collection, embryo transfer | 13209, 13212 | $510 (assumes pick-up is under a local anaesthetic) |
| Egg collection treatment room fee | – | $600 |
| Conselling session (if required) | – | Included |
| Medication | – | $200-$300 Or: $50-$100 for Healthcare Card holders |
| Embryo freezing and 12 months storage | – | Included |
| TOTAL | $2,010 – $2,260 approx |
How much does Bulk Billed IVF Cost?
Bulk Billed IVF costs around $1,000 per cycle and is available in both our Brisbane Clinics – Bowen Hills and North Lakes. We have the lowest out-of-pocket costs of any IVF clinic in Queensland.
We also have donor sperm available for single women and same-sex couples, and can offer post-vasectomy treatment options.
| Treatment | Medicare Item Code (if applicable) | Approx. Cost (after Medicare Rebates and Safety net refund) |
| IVF treatment cycle, monitoring, doctor consultations, embryo transfer | 13200, 13209, 13212, 13215 | Bulk Billed |
| Egg collection treatment room fee | Not Applicable | $600 (no Medicare rebates) |
| Embryo transfer treatment room fee | Not Applicable | $285 (no Medicare rebates) |
| Conselling session (if required) | Not Applicable | Free |
| Medication | Not Applicable | Approximately $200 Or: $100 Healthcare Card holders |
| Embryo freezing and 12 months storage | Not Applicable | Free |
| TOTAL | $985 – $1,085 approx. |
How much does Donor Sperm Cost?
We have a comprehensive Anonymous Donor Sperm Program at Life Fertility Clinic in Brisbane. The Donor Sperm Program can be accessed through either our Bulk Billed or Full Service Program. There is no waiting list for treatment.
In addition to fees for your IVF or IUI treatment you can also expect to pay:
- Anonymous Donor Sperm – $1,600 (per IVF or IUI treatment cycle)
- Coordination Fee – additional $700 (per IVF or IUI treatment cycle)
- ICSI – $350-480 (per IVF treatment cycle)
How much does Egg Freezing Cost?
Your first Egg Freeze Cycle in a calendar year would cost approximately $4,050. Future Egg Freeze Cycles in the same calendar year are reduced, and cost around $2,210 per cycle (these fees are after Medicare Rebates and Safety Net Refunds, if applicable). Your Fertility Specialist might recommend multiple Egg Freeze cycles depending on your age and medical history.
| Treatment – First First Egg Freeze Cycle in a calendar year | Medicare Item Code (if applicable) | Approx. Cost (after Medicare Rebates and Safety net refund) |
| Egg collection treatment cycle, doctor consultations, nurse appointments, scans, embryology | 13200 | $2,680 |
| Doctor Cycle management and egg collection | 13209, 13212 | $520 (assumes pick-up is under a local anaesthetic) |
| Egg collection treatment room fee | – | $600 |
| Counselling session (if required) | – | Included |
| Medication | – | $200-$300 Or: $50-$100 for Healthcare Card holders |
| Egg freezing and 12 months storage | – | Included |
| TOTAL | $3,850 – $4,100 approx. |
How much does Bulk Billed Insemination (IUI) Cost?
At Life Fertility Clinic Brisbane you can access Bulk Billed Artificial Insemination, which is also commonly called Intrauterine Insemination or IUI for around $275.
You can also have Bulk Billed IUI with donor sperm if needed, and you can expect to pay an extra $2,070 per cycle. There may be additional costs for medication of around $50 which are payable to the pharmacy.
| Treatment | Medicare Item Code (if applicable) | Approx. Cost (after Medicare Rebates and Safety net refund) |
| Doctor Cycle Management | 13209 | Bulk Billed |
| Doctor Insemination | 13203 | Bulk Billed |
| Treatment room fee | Not Applicable | $275 (no Medicare rebates) |
| TOTAL | $275 |
How much does my First Appointment Cost?
If you book a consultation with a Fertility Specialist or are contemplating treatment through our Full-Service IVF and Treatment Program, please note that the cost of your initial consultation will vary based on the Fertility Specialist you select. Prices below are for face-to-face consults with a Fertility Specialist (after Medicare Rebates and provided you have a GP referral):
- First consult: $170 – $280
- Future consults: $60 – $105
- Partners are bulk-billed
If you have decided to go through our Bulk Bill IVF and IUI Program, all of your face-to-face consults will be with a Fertility Doctor (GP) and be bulk-billed.
Can we have Bulk Billed IVF if my partner has had a vasectomy?
Yes, you can have Bulk Billed or Full Service IVF treatment at Life Fertility Clinic if your partner has had a vasectomy.
We can offer testicular sperm aspiration (TESA – to retrieve sperm) and help you achieve a pregnancy through IVF even if your partner has had a vasectomy.
Please note, there are additional costs for this procedure, it is not bulk billed.
You can find more detailed information about sperm retrieval procedures in this fact sheet.
Is everyone eligible for Bulk Billed IVF?
Age is the single biggest factor affecting a woman’s ability to achieve a pregnancy and have a healthy baby – either naturally or through IVF.
IVF Treatment through our Bulk Billed Program is therefore only available to women who are 45 years of age or younger (at the time of egg collection).
However, if you are over 45, you may be suitable for IVF treatment through our Full-Service Fertility Program.
Additionally our Bulk Bill IVF program has a BMI requirement and we will only treat patients who have a BMI under 41. We have no BMI restriction in our Full Service Program.
If you have a Medicare Card you are eligible for Medicare Rebates on your doctor consultations. However in order for you to be eligible for Medicare Rebates for IVF treatment (have your IVF treatment bulk billed), you will need to be diagnosed as medically infertile.
There are many factors which are assessed that can affect your fertility and may contribute to a diagnosis of medical infertility. Your Fertility Specialist or Fertility Doctor will assess your fertility with the help of diagnostics tests and a thorough medical history.
How much will my Fertility Tests Cost?
Depending on your medical history a variety of tests will be recommended for you and your partner (if relevant). These may include blood tests that will investigate:
- Hormone levels (reproductive and thyroid function)
- Infectious diseases (e.g. HIV, Hep B & C, rubella)
- Chromosomal analysis (also known as karyotyping)
These tests are typically bulk billed if you have a Medicare Card.
There are some other tests that may be needed to give your Fertility Specialist a thorough understanding of your reproductive health. These may include:
- AMH test and ultrasound scan for the female partner
- Semen analysis for the male partner.
There will be some out-of-pocket costs associated with these depending on which pathology lab is used. There can be quite some variation in pricing, so you may want to phone your local pathology provider to find out their current pricing before having your tests.
If you have an enquiry or would like to book an appointment either call us or complete the form below.