Frequnetly Asked Question

At your first visit to BrisBones your injury will be assessed by one of our Orthopaedic Surgeons, radiology will be arranged, and a treatment plan established. 

If you have private health insurance you may be entitled to a rebate from your insurer. Similarly, DVA and WorkCover patients may be covered for part of the fee. 

For detail on our fees, visit the  Fees  page on this site. 

Following your initial appointment with one of our Orthopaedic Surgeons, and once a surgical treatment plan has been mapped out with you, our administrative staff will supply you with full costings for all treatment, along with details of your surgery to provide to your health insurer. 

• Your referral from a General Practitioner, Specialist, or Emergency Physician 

• All X-Rays, Ultrasounds, CT Scans & other tests (including images and reports) you may already have in relation to your injury 

• Private Health Insurance card 

• WorkCover or CTP Insurance Claims details (if applicable) 

No. However, there are multiple diagnostic imaging service providers located close to our Newstead clinic and each of our satellite sites.  

No. Depending on your injury, you may require a cast, CAM Walker (Moon Boot), crutches, or other immobilisation device. These items will be available for purchase through BrisBones and we will advise you of any potential equipment costs at your initial appointment. However, you are under no obligation to purchase the item/s from our clinic and can source them from alternative providers if you wish. 

Having surgery is a serious matter. The more invasive the surgical procedure, the more care you will need to recover post-operatively. Your BrisBones surgeon will choose the least invasive surgical procedure suited to your condition to optimise your result and to minimise your recovery period. It is important that you understand what procedure you are having, how to prepare for surgery, and what recovery program you need to follow. Physiotherapy is an essential part of this education, preparation and recovery process, and will help you obtain a better surgical outcome.  

Recovery times after orthopaedic surgery vary widely depending on the operation you’ve had, from a few weeks to several months or more. Your BrisBones Orthopaedic Surgeon will discuss recovery and rehabilitation timeframes with you. 

No. Our service is referral-based and rapid access appointments are made with the next available Orthopaedic Surgeon. Where possible, however, a patient’s location will accommodated.