I also had to pay about $160 for an early dating scan - and I didn't even want it! My GP referred me for it because she didn't believe me when I said I knew my EDD. I think if you want a scan, you should be able to pretty much demand one. If your GP is reluctant to refer you, just say you would like a referral and be very firm. Remember you are paying the GP for their services - you are the customer as well as the patient. You may need to pay for it but the peace of mind is worth it if you are feeling something is not right.
Hopeful83 & Stars - The huge difference in price that we all seem to be paying is because the different clinics are allowed to charge more or less whatever they like - it's not medicare that fluctuates - the medicare rebate is consistent - it is just that the different practices are free to set their own prices. The medicare rebate is $51.
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