Medicare rebates
When you come to one of our clinics for clinical assessment of your hyperhidrosis, the consultation with one of our physicians will be free to charge, if you proceed with treatment. If treatment is not proceeded with, each consultant at our clinics will charge their own rates for the clinical consultation.
As at Feb 2019, the procedure for treating underarm sweating (axillary hyperhidrosis) costs $600.00 and has a Medicare item number, 18362 with a rebate amount is $209.70. This means that the 'out of pocket' cost to you will be $390.30 (subject to change depending on the PBS).
For further information visit the Medicare website (opens in a new window)
Medication covered by the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme)
The medication has been available on the PBS for the treatment of underarm sweating (axillary hyperhidrosis) since the end of 2011. This means that the whole cost of the medication, normally around $600, is covered by the government. It is strictly regulated:
- Only available for axillary hyperhidrosis (e.g. not available for hands, feet or face) every 120 days;
- Patients must be 12 years or older and have failed or intolerant to topical aluminium chloride hexahydrate (e.g. Driclor and Rexona Clinical protection) after one or two months of treatment;
- Only Neurologists, Dermatologists and Paediatricians can access the medication through the PBS for axillary hyperhidrosis.
For further information visit the Medicare website (opens in a new window)
What to do next?
If you have tried using a clinical strength anti-perspirant and are still suffering sweat problems then we can help. Contact us now to book an appointment for treatment at one of our clinics (or if you have any questions) using the form on the right-hand side of this page.
