National median for laparoscopy (fertility) is $2,783. View Australia's real-world price spread and find local clinics.
Australia-wide median
$2,783
Based on 36 real patient reports, the national typical out-of-pocket gap is $2,783.
Patient-reported median, not a quote. How we calculate this →
All prices include GST unless stated.
Full Market Range
$1,200 - $13,000
Middle 50% Range
$2,212 - $4,350
Patient Reports
36 reports
Current Signal
22 Oct 2026
11 patients contributed recently
With a larger set of reports, the median is the most stable baseline. It strips out highly subsidised public patients and premium outliers so you can budget from the middle of the market.
Reviewed dataset
Every data point is crowdsourced anonymously from Australian patients. We publish the median, the sample size, and whether the figure reflects a city-level cost summary or a modelled estimate so you can judge how much weight to place on each figure.
Price Distribution
Lowest reported
$1,200
Middle 50%
$2,212, $4,350
Highest reported
$13,000
Based on 36 patient reports. This procedure is not covered by Medicare. The full cost sits with you out of pocket.
Estimated Baseline
Medicare may apply if medically indicated. Coverage varies by clinical circumstances.
Estimated Typical OOP
$2,226
CostDoc National Median
$2,783
Australia-Wide Benchmark
Estimated baseline
Estimated breakdown based on typical Australian specialist billing patterns. For actual Medicare rebates, visit the Medical Costs Finder at health.gov.au.
Estimated Fee Breakdown
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Your out-of-pocket | $2,226 | 53% |
Your out-of-pocket
$2,226
All prices include GST unless stated.
City-by-City Breakdown
NSW • 12 reports
Median OOP
$2,550
VIC • 4 reports
Median OOP
$4,900
QLD • No local reports yet
Median OOP
Insufficient data: modelled estimate
WA • No local reports yet
Median OOP
Insufficient data: modelled estimate
SA • No local reports yet
Median OOP
Insufficient data: modelled estimate
Based on 36 patient reports nationwide, the median out-of-pocket in Australia is $2,783, ranging from $1,200 to $13,000.
Yes, Medicare covers a laparoscopy when you have a specialist referral. The rebate covers 75-85% of the schedule fee, but most specialists charge above that so you'll face a gap. If you have private health hospital cover, it helps with facility fees.
Expect 3-7 days off work, 2-4 weeks full recovery. Your specialist will give you a personalised timeline based on your situation.
Risks include infection, bleeding, and reactions to sedation. Serious complications are rare for a day procedure. Your specialist will talk you through what to watch for during recovery.
Look for a specialist with AHPRA registration and specific experience with this procedure. Ask about their facility, whether they do it as a day case, and what follow-up is included. Compare quotes from at least two providers.
This page reflects reports updated as recently as 22 Oct 2026.