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Fertility Glossary

Medicare

Australia's public health insurance scheme.

Costs and funding

Medicare covers part of the cost of many fertility services, including specialist consultations, ultrasounds, blood tests, egg collection, laboratory procedures and embryo transfer, where clinical criteria are met. It does not cover everything — day-hospital fees, some add-ons, storage, donor costs and most social egg freezing sit outside it. You need a valid Medicare card and, for rebated specialist care, a current referral.

Also known as: medicare card, public health insurance

Related Australia guides

Sources

  • Services Australia (servicesaustralia.gov.au)
  • Medicare Benefits Schedule Online (mbsonline.gov.au)

Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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