The cost of the cochlear implant is covered by private health insurance. Silver level or higher hospital cover is needed. Audiology fees in the first year will be around $2000 to $3000. Other expenses include gap payments for the anaesthetist and implant surgeon.
After the first year there is an annual programming appointment. The out-of-pocket cost for this appointment is $145 ($89 if you have a pension card).
If cost is preventing you from hearing better, please talk to us about repayment plans or subsidies available.