Skin Cancer
Some of the General Practitioners consulting from the Mingara Medical Consulting Rooms offer a comprehensive range of specialised skin cancer services. With a strong focus on preventative care, they understand the importance of skin health — particularly in our sunny, coastal environment — and see early detection and treatment as an important part of looking after the long-term wellbeing of their patients.
Several doctors co-working at Mingara Medical have undertaken advanced training and are highly experienced in more complex skin procedures, including skin grafts and local flaps. This allows many skin cancer assessments and treatments to be managed thoughtfully and safely within the practice.
Skin cancer services available through our consulting doctors include:
Comprehensive skin checks using appropriate diagnostic equipment
Further diagnostic procedures, including punch and shave biopsies
Access to a small, in-practice theatre suitable for a range of skin procedures, including excision of skin cancers
Skin grafts and delayed closures where appropriate, to ensure adequate clearance
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
Other treatment options, including cryotherapy for suitable skin lesions
Advice on prevention and the medical management of pre-cancerous and selected skin cancers, including the use of prescription topical treatments
Several doctors consulting at Mingara Medical have completed advanced training through the Skin Cancer College of Australasia. Our reception team is happy to help you find out more or guide you to the most appropriate doctor for your needs.
After your skin check, your doctor may recall you for a surgical procedure.
The cost of the procedure is based on Medicare skin-related item codes plus a gap fee (out-of-pocket expense). Your doctor will provide an estimated cost to our reception team, and you will receive a quote via text message. This message will include your total estimated cost, out-of-pocket expense, and expected Medicare rebate. While the total cost may vary on the day, your out-of-pocket expense will remain the same.
Medicare will process your rebate within two business days, depositing your rebate into the bank account linked to your Medicare card. To avoid delays, please ensure your bank details are up to date with Medicare.
You will receive a reminder text two days before your procedure. If you need to cancel, please do so at least 24 hours in advance to avoid cancellation fees.
Any out-of-pocket costs contribute to your Medicare Safety Net threshold, which may increase your rebate once you reach the annual limit. Once you reach this threshold, Medicare may offer higher rebates for eligible services for the rest of the calendar year. The Original Medicare Safety Net (OMSN) increases Medicare rebates from 85% to 100% of the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) fee once your gap expenses reach the annual threshold. The Extended Medicare Safety Net (EMSN) further reduces costs by covering 80% of out-of-pocket expenses after reaching its threshold, but some services have caps. More details about Medicare Safety Net thresholds and rebates are available here: https://www.mbsonline.gov.au/internet/mbsonline/publishing.nsf/Content/Factsheet-EMSN-1Jan2025
If you have any questions, please consult our reception team or your doctor for further assistance.
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