Many of our specialists speak a foreign language and our specialists who treat international patients cover a broad spectrum of specialities.

Key information for international patients:

  • International patients do not need a GP referral to see a specialist here in Australia
  • International visitors to Australia who are in need of urgent medical care can be treated at Epworth's Emergency Department

Emergency Department fees for international patients

An initial consultation fee applies to international patients. International patients who don’t hold a valid Medicare card will incur higher fees.

Other associated fees must be paid up front.

An initial consultation fee for international patients applies.

For further information, please contact us. 

Patients and visitors

Private hospital fees, costs and health insurance

Learn about fees, cost, how to pay and health insurance coverage.