At First Step Fertility, our goal is to support you in achieving your dream of starting or growing your family. We understand there’s a lot to think about as you start this journey, and our bulk-billed IVF model is designed so that finances can be one less thing for you to worry about.
When it comes to bulk-billing, there might be a number of questions on your mind.
- Am I eligible for low-cost treatment under Medicare?
- Will there be any extra costs that I have to pay out-of-pocket?
- What kinds of services are included?
Who can access bulk-billed IVF at First Step Fertility?
As long as you have a Medicare card, most people who need IVF can begin their treatment journey at First Step Fertility. There’s no financial means test to access bulk-billed IVF, so you don’t have to worry about being ineligible for our services based on your income. Some of the main criteria include:
- Holding a valid Australian Medicare card
- Being deemed medically suitable for the treatments we offer, which is assessed on a case-by-case basis by our clinical team
Some of these criteria may vary based on your individual circumstances, so we encourage you to reach out to our friendly Fertility Advice Centre with any questions.
What’s covered by bulk-billed IVF at First Step Fertility?
At First Step Fertility, we’re committed to bulk-billing everything we can under Medicare. This is why you can save thousands a cycle compared to full-price clinics.
First Step Fertility provides two main types of IVF treatment: In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) and Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) performed in our world-class laboratories.
We offer a fully-stimulated IVF cycle in order to maximize the number of embryos and minimise the amount of egg pickup procedures you may need. First Step Fertility also offers free storage for extra frozen embryos for the first six months, which saves even more on any future cycles.
For a fully-stimulated IVF cycle at First Step Fertility, most of the costs are covered by Medicare. To help cover the remaining out-of-pocket fees, we offer simple, interest-free payment plan options. You can find out more about out about our payment plans here.
What if I want to know more?
First Step Fertility is a great low-cost choice for couples looking to achieve their dream of having a baby sooner.
If you’d like to learn more, don’t hesitate to reach out to our friendly Fertility Advice Centre. Our team are experts on all things low-cost IVF and can give you personalised advice on the best, most affordable choice for you. If you’re ready, they can also book you in for a free, zero-obligation consultation with one of our fertility nurses at any one of our clinics.
Our goal is to make sure we help you find the right path for you, so please don’t hesitate to make use of these free resources during your fertility journey.
You can contact our Fertility Advice Centre on 1800 111 373 or request a free consultation below whenever you’re ready.
